Georgia's "barrier islands" are circled on the map. which of these offers the best explanation for this name? a) it attracts many tourists each year. b) it protects georgia's fresh water supply. c) it protect mainland georgia from storms & erosion. d) it prevents people from florida from entering georgia.

The correct answer is C. Georgia's "Barrier Islands" help protect mainland Georgia from storms and erosion.

Explanation:

The Barrier Islands of Georgia are a group of four islands located along the coast of Georgia on the Atlantic Ocean. They are part of the Sea Islands, which includes all eight islands that extend along the coastline of the state.

Since the Civil War all the islands except the Little Island of Saint Simon have become elitist destinations frequented by the richest families in the world. The three islands also have permanent residents: according to the census conducted in 2000, the island of Saint-Simon was the most populated with 13,000 inhabitants. They all act as natural barriers that prevent heavy storms to reach Georgia, as they receive most of the rain.

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