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What was the primary volcanic rock type that made up the magma in the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
What was the primary volcanic rock type that made up the magma in the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
- Granite
- Pumice
- Obsidian
- Basalt (correct)
The Eyjafjallajökull eruption in Iceland in 2010 resulted in a significant number of deaths.
The Eyjafjallajökull eruption in Iceland in 2010 resulted in a significant number of deaths.
False (B)
What was one of the primary effects of the Eyjafjallajökull eruption on Iceland, besides the ash cloud?
What was one of the primary effects of the Eyjafjallajökull eruption on Iceland, besides the ash cloud?
Melting of ice leading to flooding
The ash cloud from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption caused the airspace above Europe to become _______, blocking out sunlight.
The ash cloud from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption caused the airspace above Europe to become _______, blocking out sunlight.
Match the following impacts to the correct location affected during the Eyjafjallajökull eruption:
Match the following impacts to the correct location affected during the Eyjafjallajökull eruption:
What was a direct consequence of the melting ice caused by the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
What was a direct consequence of the melting ice caused by the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
The Eyjafjallajökull eruption initially deterred tourists from visiting Iceland.
The Eyjafjallajökull eruption initially deterred tourists from visiting Iceland.
What specific danger did the ash clouds from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption pose to aircraft?
What specific danger did the ash clouds from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption pose to aircraft?
The disruption to flights caused by the Eyjafjallajökull eruption was described as the biggest disruption to flights since ________.
The disruption to flights caused by the Eyjafjallajökull eruption was described as the biggest disruption to flights since ________.
Match the following consequences to the affected sector:
Match the following consequences to the affected sector:
What was the approximate loss in productivity every day due to airport closures during the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
What was the approximate loss in productivity every day due to airport closures during the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
The Eyjafjallajökull eruption only affected the air quality in Iceland.
The Eyjafjallajökull eruption only affected the air quality in Iceland.
What was the volume of ash that prevented planes from operating safely during the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
What was the volume of ash that prevented planes from operating safely during the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
Due to the volcanic ash crisis, many tourists were _______ away from home.
Due to the volcanic ash crisis, many tourists were _______ away from home.
Which of the following was a direct response to the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
Which of the following was a direct response to the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
The Eyjafjallajökull eruption led to an increase in car production in Europe.
The Eyjafjallajökull eruption led to an increase in car production in Europe.
Besides air travel, what other type of events were directly cancelled due to the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
Besides air travel, what other type of events were directly cancelled due to the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
What type of health problems did people in Iceland experience as a result of the ashfall from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
What type of health problems did people in Iceland experience as a result of the ashfall from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
The economic impact of the Eyjafjallajökull eruption in Iceland ultimately led to a slight _______ in the economy.
The economic impact of the Eyjafjallajökull eruption in Iceland ultimately led to a slight _______ in the economy.
During what period in April 2010 did the ash cloud from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption bring chaos to the European air industry?
During what period in April 2010 did the ash cloud from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption bring chaos to the European air industry?
Flashcards
Eyjafjallajökull Eruption Cause
Eyjafjallajökull Eruption Cause
The explosive eruption was caused by the meeting of magma bodies, mainly basalt with some silica-rich trachyandesite.
Primary Impacts in Iceland
Primary Impacts in Iceland
800 people evacuated, ice melted, and opaque ash clouds blocked sunlight over Europe.
Secondary Impacts in Iceland
Secondary Impacts in Iceland
Mass flooding, declined air quality, minor health issues and a slight downfall in tourism.
Impacts on Europe
Impacts on Europe
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Aviation Impact
Aviation Impact
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Immediate Responses
Immediate Responses
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Study Notes
Eyjafjallajökull Eruption, Iceland 2010
Causes
- The explosive eruptions stemmed from the mixing of one magma body, largely basalt, with another silica-rich trachyandesite magma within the volcano.
Death Toll
- No one died, though some evacuations did occur
Primary Impacts in Iceland
- Evacuation of 800 people.
- Immense heat from the volcano melted vast amounts of ice.
- Volcanic ash created an opaque ash cloud over Europe, blocking sunlight.
Secondary Impacts in Iceland
- Melting ice caused mass flooding, washing away local roads.
- Air quality declined, causing minor health issues, like eye irritation and dry throats, from ashfall.
- Tourism saw an initial increase, but the closure of European airspace prevented visitors from reaching Iceland, causing a slight economic downturn.
Impacts on Europe
- The ash cloud disrupted the European air industry from April 14-21, 2010.
- Sporadic flight disruptions continued, influenced by ash cloud intensity and weather.
- Ash clouds endangered aircraft and could cause engine failure, severely limiting flights across Europe.
- This was the largest flight disruption since 9/11.
Global Impacts on Car Manufacturing and Aviation
- Aviation: Airport closures stranded holidaymakers and businesses lost employees.
- Productivity losses reached €400 million daily.
- European countries partially or fully closed commercial airlines due to the ash cloud.
- The aviation industry lost over €1.1 billion.
- 110 million m³ of ash stranded tourists, as planes could not operate safely.
- Car Manufacturing: Nissan and BMW production was disrupted by the volcanic ash crisis.
- The grounding of planes disrupted the supply chains for two of the world's largest car manufacturers, causing them to suspend production at some factories due to difficulties accessing parts.
Responses
- Airspace was temporarily closed.
- Sporting events and concerts were cancelled.
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