Geography Lithosphere

Q. Which one among the following is the type of the Comoros Islands which lie in the Indian Ocean between Northern Madagascar and the African Coast?

A
Eolian deposited
B
Volcanic
C
Glacial eroded
D
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Correct Answer

Volcanic

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