Raja Ampat Islands

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Raja Ampat Islands?Northwest tip of Bird's Head Peninsula, New Guinea, Southwest Papua province, Indonesia
2. How big is Raja Ampat Islands?Raja Ampat Regency covers approximately 70,000 square kilometers (land and sea)
3. How many people live in Raja Ampat Islands?Approximately 64,141 (2020 Census)
4. What language do people speak in Raja Ampat Islands?Indonesian is the official language; local Papuan languages are also spoken
5. What is the main islands?Misool, Salawati, Batanta, and Waigeo

Archipelago: A geographically clustered group of islands, often formed by volcanic activity or tectonic processes.
Coral Triangle: A biogeographic region encompassing the tropical waters of Indonesia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, and Malaysia, known for its exceptional marine biodiversity.
Marine Biodiversity: The variety of life found within the Earth's oceans and seas, encompassing all species, ecosystems, and genetic diversity.
Marine Protected Area (MPA): A designated area of the sea or ocean where human activities are restricted to protect marine life and ecosystems.