Contrast the physical features of the high and low islands of the Pacific. Why would geographers separate the Pacific

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Bas_tet [7]3 years ago

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The high islands of the Pacific were formed by seismic activity whereas the low islands of the Pacific were formed by coral growth. Continental islands and oceanic islands were formed by volcanic activity.

High islands often have fertile soils and lush rainforests. In contrast, low islands are often less fertile than high islands. Some low islands lack freshwater sources.

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