BJU Science 6 Chapter 1 Earthquakes & Volcanoes

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This large, gradually sloping volcano has mild eruptions and a continuous flow of lava. Scientists will study the composition of the gathered lava.

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active shield volcano

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This large volcano seems to be layered, signifying that different types of lava flows have occurred in the past, but the volcano is presently inactive.

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dormant composite cone volcano

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The crust of the earth is made up of large pieces known as

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plates

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The gases and debris released into the air during a volcanic eruption is

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vog

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Where may volcanic activity occur?

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under the ocean

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An earthquake in the ocean may cause the formation of a large wave called a

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tsunami

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Scientist that study volcanoes

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Volcanologists

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Avalanche-like emission of red-hot dust and gases

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pyroclastic flow

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Magma that breaks the earth's surface

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lava

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Area around the Pacific Ocean where volcanoes occur most.

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Ring of Fire