Volcanoes

Most volcanoes are located...

• in the middle of the United States

• at the edges of the tectonic plates

• on Mars

Some benefits of volcanic eruptions include (pick all that apply)

• new land formations

• new ocean marine life

• fertilized soil

A prime example of an area over a hot spot is :

• Japan

• the Andes Mountains

• the East African Rift

• the Hawaiian Islands

The upper layer of the Earth which includes continental and ocean crust is called the :

• lithosphere

• asthenosphere

• atmosphere

• stratosphere

A volcano belt that rims the Pacific Ocean

• Belt of Fire
• Ring of Fire
• Hat of Fire
• Earthquake of Fire

Why do SOME volcanoes alter the climate?

• They put ash into the atmosphere, that blocks sunlight and cools the Earth.

• They release heat from the core into the atmosphere and this heats the Earth.

• They add heat to the ocean, when lava enters it, and this heats the Earth

• They absorb heat from the surrounding are and cool the Earth.