What is the difference between new guinea and Papua New Guinea

Geography

2 answers:

Korvikt [17]3 years ago

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Answer:

Papau New Guinea is the eastern half of the Island of New Guinea and is independent from New Guinea

Explanation:

New Guinea is an island to the north of the Australian mainland, but south of the equator. Politically, the western half of the island comprises two provinces of Indonesia: Papua and West Papua. The eastern half forms the mainland of the country of Papua New Guinea

Fed [463]3 years ago

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-Hello There-

Great Question! I Got Confused By This Question when I Was Younger Too.

The Difference Is That Papua New Guinea Is An Island And New Guinea Is The Name Of Country.

Have A Great Day!

Be Safe,

TheBlueFox

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