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Atoll

usgb/ˈætɔːl/Volume
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Geographical Feature

Understand 'atoll' as a geographical term for a specific type of island, not any island.

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While studying maps, we learned that Bora Bora is not just an island, but specifically an atoll.
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Natural Formation

An atoll is a natural formation, so using 'man-made atoll' would be incorrect.

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The teacher explained that atolls are formed by coral, not constructed by people.
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Lagoon Presence

Always associate atolls with a central lagoon; it's what distinguishes them from other islands.

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He was fascinated that each atoll in the aerial photo enclosed a tranquil lagoon.
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