Explore the Fiery World of Volcanoes
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Which Roman god is the etymology of the word 'volcano' derived from?

  • Vulcan (correct)
  • Jupiter
  • Mars
  • Neptune

    • What is the definition of a volcano?

  • A vent on the Earth's surface where volcanic eruptions occur
  • A place on the Earth's surface where molten rock, gases, and pyroclastic debris erupt through the crust (correct)
  • A mountainous accumulation of materials resulting from successive eruptions of lava
  • A caldera formed by volcanic activity

    • What causes volcanoes to erupt?

  • The solid rock around the magma is lighter than the magma
  • The solid rock around the magma decompresses (correct)
  • The solid rock around the magma exerts pressure on the magma
  • The solid rock around the magma is heavier than the magma

    • Which type of volcano has gentle slopes resembling a Roman shield lying on the ground?

    <p>Shield volcano</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of volcanic eruption is the most explosive and can release billions of cubic meters of volcanic ash and gases into the atmosphere?

    <p>Plinian</p> Signup and view all the answers

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