Podcast
Questions and Answers
Which volcano is known for nearly continuous lava flows since 1983?
Which volcano is known for nearly continuous lava flows since 1983?
- Haleakalā
- Loihi
- Mauna Loa
- Kilauea (correct)
Mauna Loa is the most active volcano in the world.
Mauna Loa is the most active volcano in the world.
False (B)
What is the expected time frame for Loihi Volcano to become a full island?
What is the expected time frame for Loihi Volcano to become a full island?
250,000 years
The volcanic activity at Kilauea is due to molten rock rising from a _____ beneath it.
The volcanic activity at Kilauea is due to molten rock rising from a _____ beneath it.
Match each volcano to its description:
Match each volcano to its description:
Flashcards
Hotspot
Hotspot
A volcanically active area where molten rock rises from deep within the Earth's mantle.
Lava Tube
Lava Tube
A long, underground tunnel that carries flowing lava.
Skylight
Skylight
An opening in a lava tube that allows a glimpse of the molten lava inside.
Loihi Volcano
Loihi Volcano
Signup and view all the flashcards
Super Volcano
Super Volcano
Signup and view all the flashcards
Study Notes
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
- Located on the Big Island (Island of Hawaii)
- Home to Kilauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes
Kilauea Volcano
- One of the world's most active volcanoes
- Nearly continuous lava flows since 1983
- Over 550 acres added to the Big Island by lava flows
- Summit experiences frequent eruptions
Mauna Loa Volcano
- World's most massive volcano, measured from the ocean floor
- Considered a "super volcano"
Volcanic Activity
- Molten rock rises from a hotspot beneath Kilauea
- Lava flows travel via surface or through lava tubes
- Lava tubes sometimes collapse, revealing skylights of red-hot lava
Observing Volcanoes
- Scientists regularly retrieve samples to understand volcanic activity
- Visitors can drive around the summit and caldera floor of Kilauea
- Visitors can hike across the caldera and Kilauea Iki crater
- Unique to see land that's less than an hour old
Loihi Volcano
- A potential new island in the Hawaiian chain
- Located 15 miles southeast of the Big Island
- Still underwater, but rising within 300-1000 feet of sea level
- Expected to be a full island in 250,000 years
- Part of a process that created 80% of the Earth
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge about the fascinating features of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. This quiz covers the active Kilauea and massive Mauna Loa volcanoes, as well as the unique volcanic activity and opportunities for observation. Explore the geological wonders of the Big Island and discover what makes this region so remarkable.
