Question 3
Based on the information in the stimulus and Map 1, which statements best explain why
opal is found in places such as Australia? Choose the two correct answers.
A
Australia has large amounts of sandstone and silica.
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B
Opal can only be formed where an ocean comes in contact with land.
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c
An inland sea once covered central to eastern Australia.
D
Australia has a very hot desert-like climate in most areas.
E
Australia has very few active volcanoes across the continent.