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What is Indonesia's Ring of Fire?
Indonesia is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a horseshoe-shaped zone around the Pacific Ocean known for intense seismic and volcanic activity. This geological feature is responsible for the frequent eruptions, like Anak Krakatau's, and earthquakes experienced in the region. It's a key reason why Indonesia has so many active volcanoes.
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