Lesson 79 of 84 · Geography
⭐ 30 XP🗺️ Atlas OutpostIslands and Archipelagos
Islands are landmasses surrounded by water, and when there are many islands close together, it is called an archipelago.
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Islands are landmasses surrounded by water, and when there are many islands close together, it is called an archipelago. For example, the Hawaiian Islands make up an archipelago in the Pacific Ocean. Islands can be formed by volcanic activity, coral reefs, or even rising sea levels. Each island can have its own unique ecosystem and culture.
Key Facts
Hawaii is an example of an archipelago.
Islands can be formed by volcanoes.
Some islands are home to unique plants and animals found nowhere else.
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Question 1
1 of 2What is it called when many islands are close together?
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