### Question
What is the definition of exploration?


### Answer
The definition of **exploration** is as follows in *16 U.S.C. § 2462*:

> any activity, including logistic support, the purpose of which is the identification or evaluation of specific mineral resource deposits

#### Citation:
  - *16 U.S.C. § 2462*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 44B-ANTARCTIC MINERAL RESOURCES PROTECTION**

