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Earth Science Week 7 Lesson 1: Volcanism and Endogenic Processes

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What are endogenic processes in earth science?

Geologic processes associated with heat energy originating in the interior of the solid earth (correct)

Processes associated with heat energy originating outside the solid earth

Processes associated with heat energy originating from the sun

Processes associated with heat energy originating in the atmosphere

What keeps the core of the Earth hot?

Gravitational pressure from other planets

Gravitational pressure from the Moon, Sun, and other planets (correct)

Gravitational pressure from the Sun

Gravitational pressure from the Moon

What is a volcano?

A mountain formed from snow accumulation

A mountain formed from the accumulation of lava and rock fragments emitted through a volcanic vent (correct)

A hill formed from water erosion

A hill formed from wind erosion

How is magma formed in the asthenosphere?

Increasing temperature, decreasing pressure, and addition of water Signup and view all the answers

What is lava?

Magma that flows into the Earth’s surface Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of the formation of magma?

Melting of rocks in the earth's lithosphere Signup and view all the answers

Which type of volcano is known for its explosive eruptions due to the viscosity of its lava?

Composite volcano Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of shield volcanoes?

Lack of explosive eruptions Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common type of volcano?

Cinder cone Signup and view all the answers

What are the principal volcanic gases released during an eruption?

Carbon dioxide, sulfur oxide, and water vapor Signup and view all the answers