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Physical Features of the Maldives by Avila Varshini is a document available to read on EtoBox.

1. The document discusses the natural environment of Maldives, including its physical features, landforms, and geology. 2. Maldives is an island country located in the Indian Ocean comprised of approximately 1,200 small coral islands grouped into 26 atolls. 3. The islands and atolls were formed from coral reefs and oceanic volcanoes emerging from the sea floor due to plate tectonics and are low-lying, making them susceptible to coastal erosion and rising sea levels from climate change.

Author

Avila Varshini

Language

EN