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Terms in this set (18)Which physical process is most responsible for the formation of islands in the Pacific Ocean? Tectonic activity How does the Australian outback influence the pattern of human settlements in the The outback is lightly populated with few towns. Which factor best explains the difference in skin cancer rates of Australians? Australia has occasionally been subject to ozone holes in the atmosphere. Which cultural element was introduced in Australia and New Zealand by British colonists? English language
The physical geography of Oceania has most likely caused societies in the region to — become isolated on various islands Which geographic factor in Oceania contributes to the formation of extremely powerful storms? Few large landmasses One way that people living in Oceania have adapted to the environment includes — relying on fishing How has the location of Australia influenced its environment? Australia's distance and isolation have contributed to the development of unique The benefits and impacts of mineral resource extraction and processing in Australia are changing. As Australia's largest export
industry, mineral resource extraction brings financial benefits to the nation and whilst our vast endowment of minerals will not be exhausted soon, extraction and production are becoming more challenging. Declining ore grades are indicative of a shift from "easier and cheaper" to more "complex and expensive" processing - in social and environmental terms as well as economic. Declining The industry discussed in the excerpt above likely modifies the physical environment of mining on and below the Earth's surface Where are most Australian urban centers located? Along the coast Which
physical process contributes to the reduction in the size of islands in the Pacific Erosion Which kind of infrastructure is visible in the photo? Airport Which geographic formation is illustrated in the map? Great Barrier Reef Which kind of geographic formation is pictured in the photo? Atoll Which conclusion about the nation of Niue is best supported by evidence in the It has a small population. In the Southern Hemisphere, Australia Which adaptation to the environment have the governments of Australia and New Zealand encouraged people to make to reduce skin cancer rates? Use sunscreen and hats How has proximity to beaches influenced the lifestyles of people living in Australia and Oceania? A culture of outdoorsmanship has developed. Sets found in the same folderUnit 5 Europe Review20 terms
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What physical process is most responsible for the formation of islands in the Pacific ocean?Oceanic islands (4), also known as volcanic islands, are formed by eruptions of volcanoes on the ocean floor.
Which physical process contributes to the reduction in the size of islands in the Pacific ocean over time?1st Six Weeks SS Review. What physical processes created many of the islands in Oceania?High islands, also called volcanic islands, are created as volcanic eruptions build up land over time. These eruptions begin under water, when hot magma is cooled and hardened by the ocean.
Why are there so many islands in the Pacific governed by the United States?Why are so many islands in the Pacific governed by the United States? because of world war 2 presence of America for its strategic location. Name three major environmental concerns of these islands.
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