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.
D is the correct answer. Low islands are of coral origin, have poor soil and often lack freshwater sources. High islands are islands that are volcanic in origin. The Pacific Islands include the Polynesian, Micronesian and Melanesian islands.
