Islands of Micronesia Flashcards
(19 cards)
what is micronesia made of
thousands of small islands and atolls, many of which are coral reefs
what is micronesia limited in
fresh water
how many islands states doe the federated state of micronesia have and what are their names
4, Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae
where are the ancient ruins of Nan Madol located
Federated States ofmicronesia
what two countries are experiencing financial aid from america that drives their economy
The federated States of Micronesia, marshall islands
what is Kiribati made up of
33 atolls and reefs spread across a vast area
what does kiribatis economy rely on
fishing, particularly tuna and cupra, dried coconut meat
what is marshall islands famous for
its role in nuclear testing during the mid-20th century
what is the third smallest country and single island in the world
Nauru
which country was once rich in phosphate mining but its resources are now depleted
nauru
what is nauru known for
its heavily mined and barren landsape
what does nauru receive from Australia
significant aid
which country society is matrilineal, with women holding key roles
Palau
what is palau focused on
environmental conversation, with large marine sanctuaries
what is the largest island in micronesia
Guam
why is Guam important important for the US
strategic military importance in the Pacific
What is a major industry in Guam
Tourism, especially from Japan
what commonwealth is a chain of 14 islands with Saipan being the largest and most populated
Northern Mariana islands
what is the Northern Mariana Islands to the US
A Commonwealth with economic ties
