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Which term best describes the property of a material that characterizes its resistance to flow?

  • Density
  • Porosity
  • Elasticity
  • Viscosity (correct)

What does a higher viscosity indicate about a liquid?

  • It is more gas-like in behavior.
  • It is thicker and more resistant to flow. (correct)
  • It has a lower temperature.
  • It is thinner and flows easily.

Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding viscosity?

  • Viscosity can affect the behavior of fluids under different conditions.
  • Viscosity is related to how thick or sticky a liquid is.
  • A more viscous liquid resists flow more than a less viscous one.
  • All liquids have the same viscosity regardless of their state. (correct)

In the context of viscosity, which of the following would have the least resistance to flow?

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If a liquid is described as having low viscosity, what can be inferred about it?

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What is one primary factor that affects the eruptive style of a volcano?

<p>Magma's temperature (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary cause of volcanic eruptions?

<p>Magma rising to the surface (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios is likely to cause magma to rise?

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Which of these factors is least likely to impact the eruptive style of a volcano?

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What role does water play in volcanic activity?

<p>It promotes the melting of asthenosphere (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the chemical composition of magma influence volcanic eruptions?

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At which location would you most likely find an increase in temperature contributing to volcanic activity?

<p>A hot spot (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the amount of dissolved gases in magma important for volcanic eruptions?

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Which factor is NOT associated with the formation of magma?

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Which combination of factors would likely lead to the most explosive volcanic eruption?

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What is a hot spot in geology?

<p>An area where magma rises from deep within the mantle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does magma escape at hot spots?

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What happens to magma as it rises to a hot spot?

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Which of the following statements about hot spots is accurate?

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What is the primary source of magma at a hot spot?

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What effect does subduction have on the melting temperature in the asthenosphere?

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Which tectonic plate is being subducted in the Cascadia Subduction Zone?

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What type of volcano forms when two oceanic plates converge?

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How does the convergence of oceanic and continental plates affect volcano formation?

<p>Volcanoes form on land. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT represented in the diagram of the Cascadia Subduction Zone?

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What is the relationship between silica content and viscosity in magma?

<p>Higher silica content results in higher viscosity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of magma is likely to travel further before solidifying?

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In terms of viscosity, how do low silica magmas compare to high silica magmas?

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What is the effect of increasing silica content in magma on its fluidity?

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Which statement accurately describes the movement of low silica magmas?

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How does the presence of gas in magma affect its flow?

<p>It increases the flow by decreasing viscosity. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to magma viscosity in near-surface environments due to gas loss?

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Which of the following statements about gas in magma is true?

<p>Gas, mainly water vapor, enhances magma's flow ability. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of magma, what role do gases like water vapor play?

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What structural formations can result from magma that has undergone gas loss?

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How does an increase in the temperature of magma affect its viscosity?

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What happens to the viscosity of lava as it flows and cools?

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If magma is initially at a high temperature, what can be expected about its ability to flow?

<p>It will flow but eventually stop as it cools. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does magma reach a point where it stops flowing?

<p>As it cools and hardens. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect does high viscosity have on the movement of lava?

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Which part of a volcano serves as the pathway for lava to reach the surface?

<p>Main Vent/Crater (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the solid material ejected during a volcanic eruption?

<p>Tephra Bombs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the volcano contains the molten rock before it erupts?

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What volcanic feature is primarily responsible for the cone shape of a volcano?

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Which layer of a volcano is characterized by loose rock and volcanic debris?

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Which flow type can travel a great distance due to its very fluid-like characteristics?

<p>Basaltic Flow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of magma flow is described as breaking up as it flows due to its viscosity?

<p>Andesitic Flow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of the Rhyolitic Dome?

<p>It piles up at a vent due to high viscosity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Rhyolitic Spire behave compared to other types of magma?

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Which type of magma flow is likely to have the least movement due to its viscosity?

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Flashcards

Viscosity

A material's resistance to flow.

What is viscosity?

Viscosity is a measure of a fluid's thickness and stickiness.

Viscosity and resistance

The higher the viscosity, the greater the resistance to flow.

Viscous material behavior

A viscous material flows slowly.

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Less viscous material behavior

A less viscous material flows quickly.

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Magma's Temperature

The hotter the magma, the more fluid it is, leading to faster and more effusive eruptions.

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Magma's Chemical Composition

The composition of magma, particularly its silica content, influences its viscosity. Higher silica content makes magma more viscous.

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Dissolved Gases

Dissolved gases, primarily water vapor, can build up pressure within magma. Higher gas content leads to more explosive eruptions.

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Amount of Dissolved Gases

The amount of dissolved gases in magma affects the explosiveness of an eruption. More dissolved gases lead to more violent eruptions.

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Volcanic Eruption Style

These three factors work together to determine the style of volcanic eruption, ranging from gentle lava flows to violent explosions.

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What is magma?

Magma is molten rock found beneath the Earth's surface.

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How do volcanoes form?

Volcanoes form when magma rises to the Earth's surface and erupts.

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How does pressure affect magma formation?

A decrease in pressure can cause the asthenosphere to melt and form magma.

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What is a hot spot?

A hot spot is an area of the Earth's mantle where heat rises from deep within the Earth, causing the asthenosphere to melt.

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How does subduction affect magma formation?

When an oceanic plate sinks beneath a continental plate, water is released into the asthenosphere, causing it to melt and form magma.

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What are Hot Spots?

Areas where hot magma rises from deep within Earth's mantle.

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How do hot spots create volcanoes?

Hot magma rises and escapes where the Earth's crust is thinnest or weakest.

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How does magma form in hot spots?

Magma starts off solid but melts when it reaches areas of lower pressure.

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What are hot spot volcanoes?

Volcanoes that are formed at locations that are not plate boundaries.

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What is a chain of volcanoes?

Hot spots create chains of volcanoes as the tectonic plate moves over them.

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What makes magma viscous?

Magma with a high silica content flows slowly, like honey, and is called viscous.

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How does silica content affect magma's flow?

Magma with low silica content flows easily, like water, making it less viscous.

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How does magma viscosity affect eruption style?

Viscous magma flows slowly, causing blockages and pressure buildup, leading to explosive eruptions.

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How does magma viscosity affect eruption style?

Less viscous magma flows easily, allowing for smooth and continuous eruptions.

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Why is magma viscosity important?

Magma's ability to flow is vital for understanding volcanic activity and predicting potential hazards.

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What is subduction?

When one tectonic plate slides beneath another, it's called subduction. This process happens at convergent plate boundaries.

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Volcanoes and Subduction

Subduction zones, where plates collide and one slides beneath the other, are often associated with volcanic activity.

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How does magma form in subduction zones?

The denser oceanic crust is pushed deeper into the Earth during subduction, and melts into magma.

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Volcanic Formation at Continental-Oceanic Boundaries

When an oceanic plate collides with a continental plate, the magma rises and erupts on land, creating volcanoes.

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Volcanic Formation at Oceanic-Oceanic Boundaries

When two oceanic plates collide, the denser one subducts, and the magma rises, creating a volcanic island.

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Gases and Magma Viscosity

The presence of gases, particularly water vapor, in magma acts like a lubricant, reducing its resistance to flow. Think of it as adding bubbles to a thick sauce, making it less sticky and easier to pour.

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Gas Loss and Viscosity Increase

As magma rises closer to the surface, the pressure decreases and the dissolved gases escape. This loss of gases makes the magma more viscous, similar to how removing air from a cake batter makes it denser.

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Dome or Columnar Formation

When magma cools and loses its dissolved gases, it becomes more resistant to flow, resulting in a slow, thick eruption that might create a bulging dome or a columnar structure.

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Gas Content and Explosive Eruptions

Magma with a high gas content is like a shaken soda bottle - the more gas, the more pressure builds up, leading to a more violent and explosive eruption. This is why some volcanoes have explosive eruptions.

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Gas Content and Eruption Style

The amount of dissolved gases in magma significantly influences its behavior. More gases mean more explosiveness, while less gas leads to a more effusive eruption.

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Basaltic Flow

Basaltic magma is very fluid and can travel long distances, forming thin sheets.

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Andesitic Flow

Andesitic magma is too viscous to flow very far, and tends to break up as it moves.

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Rhyolitic Dome/Spire

Rhyolitic magma is so viscous that it often piles up at a vent to form a dome, or even rises as a solid plug.

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Magma Viscosity and Eruption Style

The viscosity of magma, or how easily it flows, is a key factor in determining the style of volcanic eruption.

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How does magma's temperature affect its viscosity?

Hotter magma flows more easily. It's like honey - the hotter it gets, the thinner it becomes.

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What happens to lava's flow as it cools?

As lava cools, it hardens and becomes thicker. It flows less easily. Think of a pancake on the stovetop, it gets thicker as it cooks.

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What is magma viscosity?

Viscosity is the resistance to flow. Think of honey - it's viscous, moving slowly. Water is less viscous, flowing easily.

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How does magma viscosity relate to its temperature?

Magma's viscosity is directly related to its temperature. Hotter magma is less viscous and can flow more easily.

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How do gases in magma affect eruptions?

Think of a pot of boiling water - the bubbles rise and burst. This similar to how gases in magma can cause an eruption.

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What is the Main Vent/Crater?

The main opening at the top of a volcano where lava, ash, and gases erupt.

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What is a Secondary Vent?

A smaller opening on the side of a volcano where lava or gases can erupt.

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What is the Magma Chamber?

The underground chamber where molten rock (magma) collects before an eruption.

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What is Lava?

Molten rock that flows out of a volcano.

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What is the Cone?

The cone-shaped structure built up by layers of erupted material around a volcano's vent.

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Study Notes

Viscosity

  • Viscosity is a material's resistance to flow.
  • It's described as the liquid's thickness and stickiness.
  • The more viscous and thicker the material, the greater its resistance to flow.

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Test your knowledge on the concepts of viscosity and the dynamics of volcanic eruptions. This quiz covers the properties of materials related to flow resistance and important factors influencing volcanic activity. Answer questions about magma, gas content, and eruption styles to demonstrate your understanding of these key scientific concepts.

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