Why was immigration through angel island in california more difficult than immigration through ellis island in new york?
a. angel island was smaller and not as well-equipped
b. asians immigrated through angel island and there was more prejudice against them
c. angel island was farther from the mainland so it was harder to find workers to process immigrants
d. ellis island received more funding and could operate more efficiently

b. Asians immigrated through Angel Island and there was more prejudice against them

Explanation:

There was a thrust of Asian migrants to the mines of the U.S as they provided cheap labor. But the post-war economics change the situation. Asian Island Immigration Station was used to separate the people by their nationalities. While the first-class passengers and Europeans given immediate entry to the country, Asian's entry was restricted in the name of medical examination.