Exploring the World of Volcanoes

Exploring the World of Volcanoes

9th Grade

25 Qs

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Exploring the World of Volcanoes

Exploring the World of Volcanoes

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Science

9th Grade

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Chilsse Tiad

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25 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the three main types of volcanoes?

Fissure vents

Shield volcanoes, stratovolcanoes, cinder cone volcanoes

Lava domes

Mud volcanoes

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

Cinder cone volcano

Stratovolcano

Lava dome volcano

Shield volcano

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a stratovolcano and how does it differ from a shield volcano?

A stratovolcano has a wide base and gentle slopes, while a shield volcano has a narrow base and steep slopes.

A stratovolcano is formed by lava flows, while a shield volcano is formed by ash and debris.

A stratovolcano is steep and explosive, while a shield volcano is broad and less explosive.

A stratovolcano is flat and non-explosive, while a shield volcano is steep and explosive.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of volcanic eruption is known for its explosive nature?

Hawaiian eruption

Strombolian eruption

Plinian eruption

Fissure eruption

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for the opening in the Earth's crust through which lava erupts?

volcano

geyser

fault line

crater

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary material ejected during a volcanic eruption?

Ash

Lava

Gas

Rock fragments

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does a caldera form after a volcanic eruption?

A caldera forms from the buildup of lava around the volcano.

A caldera forms due to the collapse of land after a volcanic eruption that empties the magma chamber.

A caldera is created by the eruption of gas and ash only.

A caldera forms when a volcano erupts and new magma is added to the chamber.

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