Lesson 11 of 84 · World Geography
⭐ 30 XP🗺️ Atlas OutpostIslands and Archipelagos
Islands and archipelagos are key geographic features that illustrate the diversity of Earth's landscapes.
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Islands and archipelagos are key geographic features that illustrate the diversity of Earth's landscapes. An island is a landmass surrounded by water, while an archipelago is a group of islands clustered together. Examples include Indonesia, an extensive archipelago with thousands of islands, and Greenland, the world's largest island not part of an archipelago. These formations provide unique habitats, cultural diversity, and economic opportunities, often relying on fishing and tourism for their economies.
Key Facts
An archipelago is a group of islands.
Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world.
Greenland is the largest island in the world.
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1 of 2What defines an archipelago?
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