Volcanoes

Front

Once magma hits the earth's surface, it is called ___?

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lava

Front

Hot liquid rock under the Earth’s surface is known as

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magma

Front

Two-thirds of the world's active volcanoes are found in

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The Ring of Fire

Front

Where is the area of the Ring of Fire located?

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Pacific Ocean

Front

What are scientists that study volcanoes called?

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volcanologist

Front

What is the opening that extends from the magma chamber to the top of the volcano called?

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vent 

Front

A volcano that has gentle sloping sides and is formed from thin runny lava

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Shield volcano

Front

Where is Mt. St Helens located?

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Washington

Front

This city was destroyed in 79 A.D. by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.

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Pompeii

Front

What does a volcano do?

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erupt