Question

Contrast the physical features of the high and low islands of the Pacific. Why would geographers separate the Pacific Islands into these two categories?

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

The Pacific high islands were formed by seismic activity. Continental islands and oceanic islands were formed by volcanic activity. ... In contrast, low islands often were formed by coral growth.

Answer 2

Contrast the physical features of the high and low islands of the Pacific

Explanation:

• The Pacific high islands were formed because of seismic activity. Whereas, oceanic islands and continental islands were formed because of  volcanic activity.  Low islands are also called coral islands and have been formed due to sedimentation upon a coral reef or of the uplifting of coral reefs
• High islands usually have lush rain forests and fertile soils. In contrast, low islands usually are formed by the growth of coral. Lowlands are less fertile than the high islands. A few low islands also lack freshwater source

There are many islands in the Pacific each formed due to different reasons and having different features. It is necessary to segregate these islands based on their features and formation. The islands in each category are formed in different ways and are made up of different materials.  Hence, geographers separate the Pacific Islands into these two categories