Did You Know? Eyjafjallajökull volcano.

Did You Know? Eyjafjallajökull volcano.

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The video discusses the history of volcanic eruptions in Iceland, focusing on the Eyjafjallajokull volcano. It highlights the 2010 eruption, which was unique as it occurred without the simultaneous eruption of the nearby Katla volcano. The eruption caused significant disruption, including the closure of over 300 European airports due to ash clouds. This event led to the formation of the International Volcanic Ash Task Force. Today, Iceland's volcanoes, including Eyjafjallajokull, are popular tourist attractions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which volcano is known to erupt in conjunction with Eyjafjallajokull?

Hekla

Askja

Grimsvotn

Katla

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural event marked the beginning of the 2010 Eyjafjallajokull eruption?

A sudden increase in temperature

A series of small earthquakes

A large tsunami

A massive landslide

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary cause of the muddy streams during the 2010 eruption?

Landslides

Heavy rainfall

Melting of glacial ice

Overflowing rivers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the major impacts of the 2010 eruption on air travel?

Closure of over 300 European airports

Reduction in airfares

Increased flight frequency

Introduction of new flight routes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What organization was created in response to the 2010 eruption to assess volcanic risks to aircraft?

European Aviation Safety Agency

Global Volcanic Monitoring Group

International Volcanic Ash Task Force

International Air Safety Committee