The activity shown in this photograph is vital to the economies of many islands in Micronesia because many islands have limited fertile land or mineral resources and must depend on the ocean. Fishing provides a crucial source of food and income for island communities that face challenges in agriculture and resource extraction.
Look at the photograph.
A picture of a fisherman on a boat standing next the fish he caught is shown.
Why is the activity shown in this photograph vital to the economies of many islands in Micronesia?
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Many islanders cling to traditional ways of life and refuse to use modern technology.
Many islanders cling to traditional ways of life and refuse to use modern technology.
The tourism industry is the main source of income for many people on these islands.
The tourism industry is the main source of income for many people on these islands.
Many islands have limited fertile land or mineral resources and must depend on the ocean.
Many islands have limited fertile land or mineral resources and must depend on the ocean.
Seafood is so plentiful in the Pacific Ocean that fishing has little environmental impact.
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