
Volcanoes and Climate Quiz
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of volcano is characterized by a stream-driven eruption as the hot rocks meet water?
Phreatic
Phreatomagmatic
Strombolian
Vulcanian
Answer explanation
A phreatic eruption occurs when hot rocks interact with water, causing steam explosions. This type of eruption is characterized by the explosive release of steam and gas, making 'phreatic' the correct choice.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of volcano is characterized by tall eruptions that reach 20 km high with pyroclastic flow and ashfall tephra?
Phreatic
Phreatomagmatic
Strombolian
Vulcanian
Answer explanation
Phreatomagmatic volcanoes are known for their explosive eruptions that can reach heights of 20 km, producing pyroclastic flows and ashfall tephra, making them the correct choice for this question.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What drives a violent eruption of a phreatomagmatic volcano?
fountain of lava
pyroclastic flow
magma and water
hot rocks and water
Answer explanation
A violent eruption of a phreatomagmatic volcano is primarily driven by the interaction of magma and water. When magma rises and encounters water, it can lead to explosive eruptions due to rapid steam generation.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What best describes a strombolian eruption?
fountain of lava
pyroclastic flow
magma and water
hot rocks and water
Answer explanation
A strombolian eruption is characterized by the explosive ejection of lava fragments, creating a fountain of lava. This distinguishes it from other types of eruptions, such as those involving pyroclastic flows or interactions with water.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What type of volcano is characterized by a steep slope, and wide crater and is the most abundant of the three major volcanoes?
Active volcano
Cinder cone volcano
Composite volcano
Shield volcano
Answer explanation
A composite volcano has a steep slope and a wide crater, formed by alternating eruptions of lava and ash. It is the most abundant type among the three major volcanoes, which include cinder cone and shield volcanoes.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What factor affecting climate refers to the distance (in degrees) to the North and South from the equator?
Altitude
Climate
Latitude
Weather
Answer explanation
The factor affecting climate that refers to the distance from the equator is called latitude. It is measured in degrees north or south and significantly influences temperature and weather patterns.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What factor affecting climate refers to the height above sea level?
Altitude
Climate
Latitude
Weather
Answer explanation
Altitude refers to the height above sea level, making it the correct choice for the factor affecting climate related to elevation. Other options like climate, latitude, and weather do not specifically denote height.
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