Volcanoes

Front

What is the molten material that reaches the surface of a volcano?

Back

Lava

Front

What type of volcano is non-explosive and has gently sloping sides made of flat layers of lava?

Back

Shield volcano

Front

What do we call a volcano that shows signs it will erupt again in the near future?

Back

Active volcano

Front

What is a weak spot in the Earth's crust where magma comes to the surface?

Back

Volcano

Front

What is the term for the shaking of the ground caused by the sudden movement of large blocks of rocks along a fault?

Back

Earthquake

Front

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

Back

Magma

Front

What type of volcano is formed from explosive eruptions and has steep sides?

Back

Composite volcano

Front

What is the term for a volcano that has not erupted in a long time and is unlikely to erupt again?

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Extinct volcano

Front

What is the name of the opening in the Earth's crust through which lava, ash, and gases escape?

Back

Vent

Front

What is the term for the area around a volcano that is affected by its eruptions?

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Volcanic zone