Volcanoes Practice Assessment

Front

What can heat pockets of underground water turning them to steam?

Back

Volcanoes

Front

What is molten rock beneath the Earth's surface called?

Back

Magma

Front

Which of the following are more likely to form at tectonic plate boundaries?

Back

Volcanoes

Front

What is one benefit of a volcanic eruption?

Back

Creates rocks that plants and animals can use

Front

Where does magma reach Earth's surface?

Back

Volcano

Front

What is the term for the opening in the Earth's surface through which volcanic material erupts?

Back

Volcanic vent

Front

What is the solidified form of lava called?

Back

Igneous rock

Front

What is the layer of the Earth where magma is found?

Back

Mantle

Front

What type of volcano is characterized by gentle slopes and non-explosive eruptions?

Back

Shield volcano

Front

What type of volcano is steep and has explosive eruptions?

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Stratovolcano