Santorini's Volcanic History and Geography

The video explores the volcanic history of Santorini, formerly known as Thea, and its potential link to the myth of Atlantis. It describes the island's unique geography, consisting of five islands, and highlights the active volcanic center, Naaki. Volcanologist Floyd McCoy provides insights into the island's volcanic activity, emphasizing the presence of magma beneath the surface. The video also discusses the formation of the caldera and its impact on the landscape. Finally, it delves into the historical eruption around 1600 BC, which buried the city of Actii, and the evidence suggesting that its inhabitants had warnings of the impending disaster.

What ancient city was buried by a volcanic eruption over 3,000 years ago?

• Pompeii

• Atlantis

• Actii

• Troy

What is the modern name of the island where the city of Actii was located?

• Mykonos

• Rhodes

• Crete

• Santorini

How many islands make up Santorini?

• Six

• Five

• Four

• Three

What is the name of the central active volcano on Santorini?

• Mount Etna

• Mount St. Helens

• Mount Vesuvius

• Nea Kameni

When did the central volcanic island of Santorini emerge from the sea?

• 1707

• 1807

• 1607

• 1500

What is the term used to describe the enormous volcanic crater on Santorini?

• Canyon

• Caldera

• Rift

• Crater

How wide is the caldera on Santorini?

• 7 miles

• 6 miles

• 5 miles

• 8 miles

What natural feature marks the rim of the caldera on Santorini?

• 1,000 foot high cliffs

• Lava fields

• Sand dunes

• Dense forests

Approximately how many years ago did the catastrophic eruption on Santorini occur?

• 2,500 years ago

• 4,000 years ago

• 3,000 years ago

• 3,500 years ago

What natural event preceded the volcanic eruption that destroyed Actii?

• A violent earthquake

• A hurricane

• A landslide

• A tsunami