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Because it is big
Australia is often referred to as an 'island continent'. It is much much larger than the next largest island (Greenland) and other large bodies of land referred to as 'islands' (New Guinea, Madagascar, etc). Also, Australia has various climate zones such as desert, rain forest, and Mediterranean climate, whereas islands typically have a homogeneous climate throughout.
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Is there an island called Australia?
I think you are thinking of Australia, but Australia is a continent not an island.
Is a country surrounded by water called an island?
its also called an island like Australia
What is the island called of the Tasmanian devils?
The island where Tasmanian devils live is called Tasmania. It is Australia's island state.
What is the small island south of Australia called?
Either kangaroon Island or Granite Island... depending on what you are talking about
Why isn't Australia called the largest island in the world?
Because it's not. The scientists have proved that Australia is no longer one since the land mass is to big to become an island. therefore Greenland being the largest island Australia is the smallest continent.
Can you classify Australia part of Asia?
No. Australia is part of a continent also called "Australia. " The continent of Australia includes Australia and its island state of Tasmania.
Why Australia is no called a island?
Becuase it is a continent and it is the smallest continent of all =)
What is the biggest island state in the south called?
The biggest island state in the south is Tasmania, which is part of Australia.
Are there an island called Scotland Island in Australia?
Yes. Scotland Island is a small island near Sydney, in Pittwater, in the region of Sydney's northern beaches.
What is the only island state of Australia called?
Tasmania is Australia's island state, and its smallest state. Originally named Van Diemen's Land by Dutch explorer Abel Tasman who first landed there in 1642, it was renamed Tasmania in 1856, after its discoverer.
Is scorpion island real?
The Show 'Escape from Scorpion Island' is filmed on an Island in Western Australia called Scorpion Island. If you don't believe me, look it up!
Why is Australia's island called Madagascar?
It's not. Madagascar is off the east coast of Africa.
