Volcanic Eruption

What is a volcanic eruption?

• A volcanic eruption is the formation of a new mountain range.

• A volcanic eruption is the explosive release of magma and gases from a volcano.

• A volcanic eruption is a gentle release of steam from a hot spring.

• A volcanic eruption is the process of weathering rocks into soil.

Name a famous volcano in the Philippines.

• Mount Fuji

• Taal Volcano

• Mayon Volcano

• Kilauea Volcano

What causes a volcano to erupt?

• Volcanoes erupt due to heavy rainfall.

• Volcanoes erupt when tectonic plates collide.

• A volcano erupts due to the buildup of pressure from magma and gases beneath the Earth's surface.

• Volcanoes erupt because of the cooling of lava.

How many active volcanoes are there in the Philippines?

• 15

• 30

• 10

• 22

What is the most recent volcanic eruption in the Philippines?

• Pinatubo Volcano on June 12, 1991

• Taal Volcano on July 1, 2021

• Krakatoa Volcano on December 22, 2018

• Mayon Volcano on August 15, 2020

What are the dangers of volcanic eruptions?

• Lava flows, ashfall, pyroclastic flows, volcanic gases, and tsunamis.

• Earthquakes and landslides

• Flooding from heavy rain

• Tornadoes and hurricanes

How do scientists monitor volcanoes?

• By measuring rainfall patterns

• Using animal behavior observations

• Through soil composition analysis

• Scientists monitor volcanoes using seismic, gas, thermal, and satellite observations.

What is the Ring of Fire?

• A type of jewelry worn by Pacific Islanders.

• A famous underwater cave system in the Atlantic Ocean.

• A region in the Pacific Ocean known for its high volcanic and seismic activity.

• A historical trade route used by ancient civilizations.

What should people do during a volcanic eruption?

• Evacuate the area and follow emergency services' instructions.

• Stay indoors and ignore warnings.

• Take photos of the eruption for social media.

• Gather supplies and wait for the eruption to pass.

How can volcanic eruptions affect the environment?

• Volcanic eruptions improve air quality.

• Volcanic eruptions have no impact on wildlife.

• Volcanic eruptions can affect the environment by altering air quality, damaging ecosystems, affecting climate, and destroying habitats.

• Volcanic eruptions only create new landforms.