Physical Geography of Australia and the Pacific Islands
Sea Turtle in the Great Barrier Reef
In this topic, you explored Australia, the Pacific Islands, and Antarctica. In Australia, you visited the Western Plateau, the Central Lowlands, and the Great Dividing Ridge. You also discovered the diverse marine life of the Great Barrier Reef. In the Pacific, you learned that islands can be classified as volcanic, coral, or continental. In Antarctica, you felt the bitter cold of an icecap climate. As you continue your travels through Oceania, you will learn more about the cultural and economic geography of the region.