Earth's Active Volcanoes

The video explains the classification of volcanoes into extinct, active, and dormant categories based on their activity. It highlights the Ring of Fire, a region with many active volcanoes, and discusses notable volcanoes like Mauna Loa, Mount St. Helens, Mount Fuji, and Mount Vesuvius, detailing their history and potential threats. The video emphasizes the global distribution of volcanoes, many of which are underwater.

What are the three categories of volcanoes based on their activity?

Describe the characteristics of an extinct volcano.

What is the significance of the Ring of Fire?

What makes Mauna Loa unique among volcanoes?

What were the consequences of the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens?