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Antarctica Has No Permanent Population

Unlike other continents, Antarctica has no permanent inhabitants. Only researchers and scientists live temporarily at research stations, ranging from 1,000 people in winter to 5,000 in summer.

Antarctica is protected by international treaties that prohibit military activities and mining, focusing on environmental preservation and scientific research.

The lack of a permanent population makes Antarctica one of the most inhospitable and unspoiled places on the planet, offering a natural laboratory for studying climate, marine life, and the impacts of environmental change.