Volcanoes

Front

What is molten rock that has formed deep within the Earth?

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Magma

Front

Why does magma tend to rise to the surface?

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It is less dense than the surrounding material.

Front

What is the principal ingredient to all types of magma?

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Silica

Front

What are solid rock fragments that are ejected during a volcanic eruption?

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Pyroclastic Material

Front

What type of volcano has steep slopes made of alternating layers of ash and silica rich lava?

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Composite Volcano

Front

What type of volcano is made of lava fragments that have been ejected from a volcanic vent? Options: Caldera, Cinder Cone, Composite Volcano, Shield Volcano

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Cinder Cone

Front

What type of volcano is Kilauea, which is located in Hawaii? Options: Caldera, Cinder Cone, Composite Volcano, Shield Volcano

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Shield Volcano

Front

Where are most volcanoes found?

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Ring of Fire

Front

What is molten rock that has reached the Earth's surface?

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Lava

Front

dormant

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sleeping