Types of Volcanoes and Volcanic Eruption Quiz

What type of volcano is characterized by gentle slopes and large size?

• Cinder cone volcano

• Stratovolcano

• Shield volcano

• Caldera volcano

Which type of volcano is also known as stratovolcano?

• Composite volcano

• Shield volcano

• Cinder cone volcano

• Dome volcano

What type of volcano is formed from explosive eruptions of tephra?

• Stratovolcano or composite volcano

• Caldera volcano

• Dome volcano

• Shield volcano

How many main types of volcanoes are there?

• 4

• 7

• 1

• 3

What is the process called when a volcano erupts?

• eruption process

• volcanic eruption

• magma eruption

• volcanic explosion

What is the primary importance of volcanoes in nature?

• They have no significant impact on the environment.

• They contribute to the Earth's geology, atmosphere, and ecosystems.

• They provide a source of unlimited energy for human use.

• They are responsible for regulating the Earth's climate.

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Describe the characteristics of shield volcanoes.

• Shield volcanoes are low profile, broad, gently sloping volcanoes primarily composed of basaltic lava flows.

• Shield volcanoes are tall, narrow, and steep

• Shield volcanoes have a high eruption frequency

• Shield volcanoes are primarily composed of pyroclastic material

Explain the process of volcanic eruption.

• Volcanic eruption involves the release of confetti and balloons

• Volcanic eruption is caused by heavy rainfall

• The process of volcanic eruption involves the rise of magma, pressure build-up, and the release of gases, ash, and lava.

• Volcanic eruption occurs due to excessive sunlight exposure

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How can energy from volcanoes be harnessed for human use?

• Geothermal power plants can harness energy from volcanoes by utilizing the heat from magma to generate electricity.

• Constructing wind turbines near volcanoes to harness energy.

• Using volcanic ash as a fuel source for energy production.

• Volcanic energy can be harnessed by capturing lava flows directly for power generation.

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Illustrate the impact of volcanic eruptions on the environment.

• Volcanic eruptions only affect human-made structures

• The impact of volcanic eruptions on the environment includes air pollution, climate change, habitat destruction, landscape alteration, and formation of new landforms.

• Volcanic eruptions lead to increased biodiversity

• Volcanic eruptions have no impact on the environment

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