Volcanoes Flashcard

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In order for rock to melt into a liquid, it needs to be almost

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3,000 degrees F

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Hardened lava rock is called

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Basalt

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The volcanoes in Mexico that follow a pattern are part of the

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Ring of Fire

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Most volcanoes are found on the perimeter of

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the Pacific Ocean

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What percentage of the world's volcanoes occur in the horseshoe shape pattern that was discussed?

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75%

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Even though there aren’t any volcanoes in southern California, there are areas of boiling water and steam rising out of the earth. This means

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lava is likely under the surface

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How could there be lava rock in Virginia?

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There is a dead volcano that used to be there a long, long time ago.

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Volcanoes that explode violently have a top that is more cone shaped and pointy.

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a top that is more cone shaped and pointy.

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Rocks that come from "gentle" volcanoes are

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darker black in color

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The rocks from a shield volcano are called

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Basalt.