Q. In the Context of Point Nemo recently in the news, Consider the following:
- Point Nemo, or the Oceanic Pole of Inaccessibility, is the farthest point from any land on Earth.
- This remote point lies in the Atlantic Ocean.
- Due to its remoteness and low marine traffic, Point Nemo is a popular site for space agencies to dispose of space junk.
Which of the above is/are known for their significance in oceanic research and space activities?
Answer:
Only 1 and 3
Notes:
- Point Nemo, or the Oceanic Pole of Inaccessibility, is the farthest point from any land on Earth. Correct: Point Nemo, also known as the Oceanic Pole of Inaccessibility, holds the distinction of being the farthest point from any landmass on Earth.
- This remote point lies in the Atlantic Ocean. Incorrect: This remote point lies in the South Pacific Ocean and is named after Captain Nemo, the sailor from Jules Verne’s famous novel Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea. Situated approximately 2,688 km from the nearest landmass, this isolated point is famous for its extreme remoteness, with the closest human presence often being aboard the International Space Station orbiting above.
- Due to its remoteness and low marine traffic, Point Nemo is a popular site for space agencies to dispose of space junk. Correct: Due to its remoteness and relative lack of marine traffic, Point Nemo has become a popular location for space agencies to dispose of space junk.