What is peninsulas and islands with examples
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Island Peninsula
Water surrounding the landmass On all sides On three sides
Size Small or big Significant
Types Continental and Oceanic Headland, cape, promontory, bill, point, split
Access by Air and water Land, air and water
Formation Continental island are formed through a gradual break and movement away from mainland. Oceanic islands have a volcanic or coral origin. Peninsulas are formed through a gradual rise in water level, surrounding land at low elevation.
Connected to mainland Not connected By isthmus or stretch of land
Single or in groups Often found in groups Single
Inhabitation Groups of islands are usually tourist attractions, except oceanic islands that are uninhabited Usually inhabited
Water surrounding the landmass On all sides On three sides
Size Small or big Significant
Types Continental and Oceanic Headland, cape, promontory, bill, point, split
Access by Air and water Land, air and water
Formation Continental island are formed through a gradual break and movement away from mainland. Oceanic islands have a volcanic or coral origin. Peninsulas are formed through a gradual rise in water level, surrounding land at low elevation.
Connected to mainland Not connected By isthmus or stretch of land
Single or in groups Often found in groups Single
Inhabitation Groups of islands are usually tourist attractions, except oceanic islands that are uninhabited Usually inhabited
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Island
It is a piece of land surrounded completely by water.
It is not attached to land on any of the sides.
It is an isolated part of the land.
Peninsula
It is a piece of land surrounded by water on three sides.
It is attached to large landform on one side.
It is not an isolated part of the land.
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