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Volcanology Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the study of volcanoes called?

a)

Meteorology

b)

Volcanology

c)

Geology

d)

Seismology

2.

Which type of volcano is known for its symmetrical shape?

a)

Cinder cone

b)

Shield cone

c)

Lava dome

d)

Composite volcano

3.

What is the term for molten rock that reaches the Earth's surface?

a)

Ash

b)

Tephra

c)

Lava

d)

Magma

4.

Which volcano is considered the largest in terms of volume and area covered?

a)

Mt. St. Helens

b)

Mauna Loa

c)

Mt. Vesuvius

d)

Mt. Fuji

5.

What is the primary hazard associated with pyroclastic flows?

a)

Flooding

b)

Extreme heat

c)

Gas emissions

d)

Landslides

6.

Which alert level indicates that a hazardous eruption is imminent?

a)

Alert Level 3

b)

Alert Level 2

c)

Alert Level 4

d)

Alert Level 5

7.

What is a lahar?

a)

A volcanic mudflow

b)

A type of volcanic gas

c)

A type of lava

d)

A volcanic ash cloud

8.

Which of the following is NOT a sign of an impending volcanic eruption?

a)

Crater glows

b)

Increase in gas temperature

c)

Heavy rainfall

d)

Deformation of the ground

9.

What is the main purpose of PHIVOLCS?

a)

To monitor weather patterns

b)

To predict earthquakes

c)

To study tectonic plates

d)

To monitor volcanic activity

10.

Which volcano in the Philippines is known for its perfect cone shape?

a)

Mt. Bulusan

b)

Mt. Kanlaon

c)

Mt. Mayon

d)

Taal Volcano