In what State is the largest composite volcano located?
Washington!
True or false?
If you see a volcano erupting you should always stay close to it and film videos of it.
FALSE
True or false?
When the pressure of magma builds up it goes away from the earths surface.
FALSE
What is lava called before it hits the surface of the earth?
MAGMA!!!!!!!!!!!
What can composite volcanoes also be called?
stratovolcanoes.
True or false?
You should cover your eyes or wear a dust mask to protect yourself from volcano debris?
TRUE
True or false?
As a plate moves slowly across a hot spot, a chain of volcanoes or volcanic islands can form.
TRUE
Where does the word volcano come from?
The little island of Vulcan.
How high can some composite volcanoes rise? (On land)
Over 8,000 feet!
True or false?
You should Avoid low-lying areas downwind of the volcano.
TRUE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
What happens when a large body of magma is formed?
It rises through the denser rock layers towards Earth's surface.
What percentage of volcanoes are underwater?
¾
Give us a short summary of what composite Volcanoes look like.
"They are usually tall with steep even sides and are made out of repeating layers of lava flows, volcanic ash, cinders, blocks, and volcanic bombs."
What COULD happen if you inhaled volcano ash and dust?
Lung irritation is a possibility.
What is the name of this earths layer when it is between the molten iron core and the thin crust at the surface, and is very solid?
The Mantle core
In what century was jewelry commonly made out of lava rock?
The 18th century!
What is the tallest composite volcano on Earth?
The Ojos del Salado, in Chile!
What should you do if there is a volcanic eruption near your house?
Stay indoors, close all windows, doors, and fireplace or wood stove dampers. Turn off all fans, heating and air conditioning systems.
Give us a short summary of how a volcano forms.
"Magma rises from the hot spots and erupts as lava through cracks in the Earth's surface forming volcanoes."
What is the most common type of volcano and where are they usually located?
The most common type is a cinder cone and they are usually located in western north America!