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Context
Details
Threat to Low-Lying Islands
Marine Heatwaves Impact
Role of El Nino
Natural Hazards and Losses
Urgent Need for Climate Action
Pacific Islands Overview
Geographical Divisions
Melanesia
Micronesia
Polynesia
Island Types and Formation
The Pacific Islands can be categorized into two major types based on their formation:
Population and Languages
Economy and Trade
Conclusion
The warning issued by the WMO serves as a critical reminder of the urgency to address climate change. The report's findings highlight the immediate threat faced by Pacific Islands and emphasize the need for collaborative global action to prevent further environmental degradation and ensure the survival of these vulnerable regions.
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q. Which term refers to the island geographic region of the Pacific Ocean, comprising three ethnogeographic divisions—Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia—but excludes neighboring regions like Australia and the Indonesian archipelago? Options: a) Oceania b) Archipelagic region c) Australasia d) Insular region Answer: d) |
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