Volcano 101 Assignment grade 8

Front

What type of lava is described as "oozy" and is associated with low silica content?

Back

Pahoehoe

Front

What is the main cause of death associated with pyroclastic flows?

Back

All of the above (Burns from hot gases and lava, Suffocation from ash inhalation, Impact from falling rocks)

Front

Where does magma collect underground in a volcano?

Back

Magma Chamber

Front

What is the main path that magma takes to the surface of a volcano called?

Back

Vent

Front

What is the shape of a cinder cone volcano?

Back

Small, steep, cone

Front

What is the term for molten rock beneath the Earth's surface?

Back

Magma

Front

What is the term for molten rock that has reached the Earth's surface?

Back

Lava

Front

What type of volcano is characterized by explosive eruptions and steep slopes?

Back

Stratovolcano

Front

What is the term for the opening at the top of a volcano?

Back

Crater

Front

What is the process called when volcanic material is ejected into the air?

Back

Eruption