Volcanoes

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The Earth's crust is broken into pieces called

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plates

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

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Melted rock inside the Earth is called

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magma.

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When magma flows out of the volcano it is called

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lava

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If lots of lava flows out in one spot on the surface of the Earth it forms a mountain and is called

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a volcano.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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As magma rises towards the surface it collects in a 'pocket' called a _____ _____ .

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magma chamber

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is letter B in the picture? Options: Magma Chamber, Crater, Vent, Conduit

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Magma Chamber

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What is letter D in the picture? Options: Crater, Vent, Conduit, Tephra

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Crater

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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What is letter A in the picture?

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Pipe

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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__________ volcanoes are usually small with steep sides. They are formed from layers of ash and cinders that are ejected into the air and fall back down onto the volcano. Options: Shield, Cinder Cone, Dormant, Extinct

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Cinder Cone

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__________ volcanoes are broad and gently sloped. Their eruptions consist of hot, flowing basaltic lava that travels a long way before it solidifies. Options: Cone, Composite, Angel, Shield

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Shield