Definition A peninsula is a piece of land almost completely surrounded by water.
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Examples of peninsulas |
Characteristics and Features
- land
- has water on 3 sides
- connected to the mainland on one side
How are peninsulas formed?
Peninsulas are formed when waves start hitting a section of rock on the coastline that is not as easily eroded as the rock around it. Over time this part sticks out and the waves erode the softer rock behind it.
Fun Facts
- The world's largest peninsula is the Arabian peninsula.
- Michigan is considered to be made up of 2 peninsulas.
- The word peninsula means “almost an island.”
- Peninsulas can be very small and also very large.
- Peninsulas can be found on every continent.