The unique polar regions -- The nature of the Arctic and Antarctic -- Life on land in the polar regions -- Life in the polar seas -- The Antarctic ozone hole -- Global warming and the polar regions -- The effects of global warming on the polar regions -- Future polar climate -- Tackling global warming -- Arctic chemical pollution -- The effects of chemicals on Arctic wildlife -- Threats to fish and fisheries -- Threats to marine mammals and birds -- Protecting the polar regions -- Conclusion -- Glossary.
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Our fragile planet Desonie, Dana. Our fragile planet.
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