Case Study → UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (Edexcel A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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In what year did UNCLOS come into force?
In what year did UNCLOS come into force?
1994
What proportion of Earth's surface is covered by oceans?
What proportion of Earth's surface is covered by oceans?
More than ⅔
How many nations had signed UNCLOS by 2016?
How many nations had signed UNCLOS by 2016?
166 nations
When did the IWC issue an indefinite ban on commercial whale hunting?
When did the IWC issue an indefinite ban on commercial whale hunting?
1982
Which country objected to the whaling ban on cultural grounds?
Which country objected to the whaling ban on cultural grounds?
Norway
What percentage of global trade flows involve sea travel?
What percentage of global trade flows involve sea travel?
90%
How far does an Exclusive Economic Zone extend from a state's shoreline?
How far does an Exclusive Economic Zone extend from a state's shoreline?
200 miles
When did the Prestige oil tanker go down off the coast?
When did the Prestige oil tanker go down off the coast?
2002
How many states are landlocked with no sea coast?
How many states are landlocked with no sea coast?
42 states
Where are coastline disputes adjudicated under UNCLOS?
Where are coastline disputes adjudicated under UNCLOS?
International Court of Justice