Volcanoes

Name the part of the volcano labeled c

• ash cloud

• magma chamber

• conduit

• lava flow

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Name the part of the volcano labeled f

• side vent

• magma chamber

• conduit

• lava flow

The simplest types of volcanoes are ________

• composite

• cinder cone

• shield

• lava dome

These are also called stratovolcanoes, they are cone-shaped volcanoes built from many layers of lava,

• composite

• cinder cone

• shield

• lava dome

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

A broad rounded volcano that is built up from many layers of lava.

• composite

• cinder cone

• shield

• lava dome

The chain of volcanoes that outlines the Pacific Ocean

• Mauna Loa

• Ring of Fire

• Pahoehoe

• Dungeons and Dragons

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

Largest volcano on the Earth

• Mauna Loa

• Ring of Fire

• Pahoehoe

• Dungeons and Dragons

What type of volcano is characterized by a steep profile and periodic explosive eruptions?

• Composite volcano

• Shield volcano

• Cinder cone volcano

• Lava dome volcano

Which of the following is a primary factor in determining the explosiveness of a volcanic eruption?

• The amount of water vapor in the magma

• The color of the lava

• The altitude of the volcano

• The time of year

What is the main component of magma that affects its viscosity?

• Silica

• Iron

• Calcium

• Magnesium