I WONDER - Where Is The Mauna Loa Volcano?

I WONDER - Where Is The Mauna Loa Volcano?

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Geography, Science

KG - 6th Grade

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Mauna Loa, meaning 'long mountain' in Hawaiian, is the world's largest and one of the most active volcanoes, covering over half of Hawaii's Big Island. Despite its massive size, much of it is underwater, making it taller than Mount Everest when measured from its ocean floor base. Its eruptions produce pahoehoe lava, which flows smoothly and creates beautiful landscapes once cooled.

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What does the name 'Mauna Loa' mean in Hawaiian?

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What makes Mauna Loa unique among volcanoes?

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How does the size of Mauna Loa compare to Mount Everest?

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What type of lava is produced by Mauna Loa, and what are its characteristics?

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Describe the landscape created by the lava from Mauna Loa once it cools.

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