Volcanoes

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What happens to a volcano over time if it continues to erupt?

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A volcano will get taller.

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What does ice become when it is melted?

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Ice becomes a liquid.

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What is a volcano?

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A volcano is an opening in the Earth's surface.

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Where do many volcanoes occur?

Back

Many volcanoes occur within the Ring of Fire.

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What is hot melted rock that comes out of a volcano called?

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Hot melted rock is called lava.

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What is lava?

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Lava is the hot melted rock that erupts from a volcano.

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What is the Ring of Fire?

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The Ring of Fire is a region where many volcanoes are located.

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What can cause a volcano to erupt?

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A volcano can erupt due to pressure from gases and molten rock.

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What is magma?

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

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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Magma is underground; lava is above ground after an eruption.