The _______ is the largest archipelago in the world.
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Japan
- Maldives
Answer: Indonesia
Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, comprising over 17,000 islands. It spans about 5,120 km from east to west. Major islands include Java, Sumatra, Borneo (shared), Sulawesi, and Papua. Indonesia is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire.