I WONDER - Is A Hot Spring The Same As A Geyser?

Not all hot springs are geysers. Only a few have the ability to erupt, which depends on specific geological conditions such as the availability of underground water, the permeability of the rock, and the pressure of the steam.

What distinguishes a geyser from a regular hot spring?

• All hot springs are geysers.

• Geysers can erupt, while most hot springs cannot.

• Geysers are always cooler than hot springs.

• Hot springs are found only in cold climates.

What is a key factor that determines if a hot spring can erupt?

• The altitude of the location.

• Specific geological conditions.

• The presence of fish in the water.

• The color of the water.

Which of the following is NOT a factor affecting a hot spring's ability to erupt?

• Availability of underground water.

• The temperature of the air.

• Permeability of the rock.

• Pressure of the steam.

How does rock permeability influence a hot spring's eruption?

• It controls the amount of sunlight reaching the water.

• It changes the temperature of the water.

• It affects the flow of water and steam.

• It determines the color of the water.

Why is underground water availability crucial for a hot spring's eruption?

• It prevents the hot spring from freezing.

• It cools down the hot spring.

• It changes the color of the hot spring.

• It provides the necessary water for steam formation.