Volcanoes!

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What is a volcano?

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A volcano is an opening in the Earth's surface where molten rock, ash, and gases can escape.

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What is magma?

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Magma is the hot, molten rock found inside a volcano.

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What is lava?

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Lava is magma that has reached the Earth's surface.

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What type of volcano is the smallest and most common?

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Cinder cone volcano.

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What type of volcano has wide bases and very steep sides?

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Composite volcano.

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Is lava very hot?

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Yes, lava is very hot.

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What do we call the material that comes out of a volcano?

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We call it lava when it erupts.

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What happens when a volcano erupts?

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When a volcano erupts, it releases magma, ash, and gases into the air.

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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Magma is inside the volcano; lava is what we call it when it comes out.

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Can volcanoes be dangerous?

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Yes, volcanoes can be dangerous because they can erupt and cause explosions.