Why is the madrid protocol significant? it halts mining operations in federated states of micronesia. it limits commercial fishing in papua new guinea. it prevents the deforestation of australia. it protects antarctica's environment.

ANSWER:

Madrid Protocol is significant because it protects Antarctica’s environment.

EXPLANATION:

Madrid protocol helps in very different ways to protect the various sectors of Antarctica.  Firstly, the Madrid Protocol takes charge in controlling the wastage and various pollution which occurred in the continent. The dumping of chemical waste, oil products, trashes, and any other medium which can cause pollution is not allowed or prohibited in the water bodies around the Antarctica. There are also various zones which are protected.