What happens during a volcanic eruption

What happens during a volcanic eruption

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1.

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What are pyroclastic flows?

Back

Fast-moving currents of hot gas and volcanic matter.

2.

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Front

What does seismic activity refer to?

Back

Tectonic plate movements.

3.

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Front

What does volcanic eruption refer to?

Back

The sudden release of magma, gas, and other materials from a volcano.

4.

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Front

What is a potential consequence of a volcanic eruption?

Back

Air pollution.

5.

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Front

What are the devastating effects of materials ejected during a volcanic eruption?

Back

Destruction of surrounding areas.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is magma?

Back

Magma is molten rock located beneath the Earth's surface.

7.

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What is lava?

Back

Lava is magma that has reached the Earth's surface.

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