Pacific Ring of Fire Volcanoes
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The type of volcano that is commonly found in the Pacific ring of fire

  • Cinder volcano
  • Scoria cone
  • Shield volcano
  • Stratovolcano (correct)
  • The primary gas responsible for global warming is

  • Carbon dioxide (correct)
  • Sulfur dioxide
  • Oxygen
  • Water vapor
  • Study Notes

    Volcanoes and Global Warming

    • The Pacific ring of fire is characterized by the presence of composite volcanoes, also known as stratovolcanoes, which are tall and conical in shape.
    • Composite volcanoes are formed by a combination of viscous and fluid lava flows, and are known to produce violent eruptions.
    • The primary gas responsible for global warming is carbon dioxide (CO2), which is a greenhouse gas that traps heat in the Earth's atmosphere, leading to a rise in global temperatures.

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    Explore the type of volcano commonly found in the Pacific Ring of Fire with this quiz. Test your knowledge on the geological features and characteristics of these volcanic formations.

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