Question

How are the Pacific’s low islands distinct from the high islands?
A.
The low islands were formed from volcanoes rising above the ocean surface.
B.
The low islands have rich volcanic soils.
C.
The low islands have lush rainforests.
D.
The low islands often have no sources of freshwater.

Answer 1

D. The low islands (mostly coral atolls) are low, porous, and often lack reliable freshwater sources, unlike high volcanic islands which have richer soils and freshwater.