Tsunamis
What volcano produced one of the biggest tsunamis?
Krakatoa
the result of something
consequence
Which type of volcano looks like a mountain at first?
Composite
gray powder left behind after something has been burned
ash
Where do volcanoes form?
What is "tsunami" Japanese for?
Harbor wave
causing great harm
devastating
Where do most tsunamis start?
The Pacific Ocean
large bowl-shaped hole in the ground
Name two benefits of a volcanic eruption.
Nutrients/gems and improved plant and animal life
Underwater earthquakes, underwater landslides, and volcanic eruptions
to create or make something
generate
Describe the Ring of Fire.
An area around the Pacific Ocean where most active volcanoes exist.
a state of rest
dormant
How are shield and dome volcanoes similar?
How does a volcanic eruption cause a tsunami?
The explosions' shock waves generate tsunamis
moving something from its regular place
displacement
Describe a Strombolian eruption.
Lava repeatedly spurts into the air
hot, liquid rock inside the earth
magma
Name an example of a cinder cone volcano.
Sunset Crater
When the reading says "The Great Sendai Earthquake and Tsunami was one of the most devastating natural disasters...and rebuilding will take years", what is the selection saying?
A country will take have to take a long time to deal with the effects.
an unwelcome or unexpected break from something
disruption
How can scientists help people ahead of a tsunami?
Giving people enough warning to get to high ground.
very big, impressive, or beautiful
majestic
How does a volcano form?
When lava mixes with molten rock and ash