Which major strait separates the islands of Sumatra and Java, connecting the Java Sea to the Indian Ocean?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Sunda Strait
The Sunda Strait lies between Java and Sumatra and contains the volcanic island of Anak Krakatau.
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