The most extensive chain of barrier islands in the world is along
A) the western coast of Australia.
B) the coasts that surround the periphery of the Indian Ocean.
C) the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of North America.
D) the coast of California, Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia.

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The Atlantic and Gulf coasts of North America form the most extensive chain of barrier islands in the world. These islands stretch almost 3,200 km (2,000 mi) along the coast, from southern Texas to north Florida. The islands serve as natural protection for the mainland from storms and are also important habitat for a variety of plants and animals.

The Most Extensive Chain of Barrier Islands in the World