No island of the Maldives rises more than 1.8 metres above sea level
Background
Britannica describes the Maldives as low-lying coral islands, none rising more than 6 ft (1.8 m) above sea level.
Its islands are grouped in clusters, or atolls, in the north-central Indian Ocean.
The Commonwealth Secretariat calls it a low-lying island country of around 1,200 small coral islands and sandbanks.
Barrier reefs protect the islands.
The Maldives joined the Commonwealth in 1982.
Maximum height above sea level:
6 ft (1.8 m)
Islands and sandbanks:
around 1,200
Why it matters for exams: Low elevation explains the Maldives' exposure to sea-level rise, a frequent environment and geography link.
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In plain words
Barrier reef Barrier reef — A coral reef running parallel to a coast or island that shields it from waves.