Why was Iwo Jima a major step in the Allies' island-hopping campaign?

The Allies needed its significant natural resources.

It was the site of Japan's missile defense system. Its airfields would enable them to attack Japan.

The Japanese had yet to invade the island.

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Its airfields would enable them to attack Japan.

Why was Iwo Jima a major step in the Allies' island-hopping campaign?The Allies needed its significant natural resources.It was the site of Japan's missile defense system. Its airfields would enable them to attack Japan.The Japanese had yet to invade the island.