Vocab Flashcard 1

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Magma vs Lava: Where are they found?

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Magma is underground, Lava is aboveground.

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Word meaning "about to happen"

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imminent

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Scientist studying volcanoes?

Back

volcanologist

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Long narrow openings or breakages in Earth/rock layers?

Back

fissures

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Humidity

Back

Amount of moisture in the air

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Leeward side of a mountain?

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Protected from the wind.

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Climate definition

Back

Prevailing weather conditions over a long period.

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Biology?

Back

Life science

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Altitude refers to height. Where is it measured from?

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Sea level

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Asymptomatic means

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Without symptoms