TYPES OF VOLCANOS AND TYPES OF ERUPTION

What is a volcano?

• A mountain with snow

• A landform that can erupt with magma, ash, and gases

• A deep ocean trench

What is the primary cause of volcanic eruptions?

• Earthquakes

• Plate tectonics and magma movement

• Global warming

What is magma?

• Solid rock

• Molten rock beneath the Earth's surface

• Ice on mountain peaks

Define the term "lava."

• Solidified magma

• Molten rock on the Earth's surface

• A type of volcanic gas

Name the three main types of volcanoes.

• Shield, Stratovolcano, and Cinder Cone

• Hill, Mountain, and Plateau

• Swamp, Desert, and Rainforest

Which type of volcano has broad, gently sloping sides and is characterized by low-viscosity lava flows?

• Shield volcano

• Stratovolcano

• Cinder cone volcano

What is pyroclastic flow?

• A flow of molten lava

• A fast-moving mixture of ash, rocks, and gases

• A type of volcanic rock

What is the Ring of Fire?

• A popular volcanic tourist destination

• A zone with a high concentration of earthquakes and volcanic activity

• A volcanic island chain

What is volcanic ash composed of?

• Only ashes from burned vegetation

• Sand and water

• Finely pulverized rock and glass particles

Which type of volcano is known for its explosive eruptions and steep sides?

• Shield volcano

• Stratovolcano

• Cinder cone volcano