(1) Volcanoes Flashcards
Generally described as mountains that emit volcanic products like lava, rocks, ashes, and gases from the interior of the Earth through its vents.
Volcanoes
It is also described as mountains that are formed through the deposit of these volcanic products.
Volcanoes
Give the 3 Types of Volcanoes in Terms of Structure.
Cinder Cone Volcano, Shield Volcano, Composite Volcano/Stratovolcano
This type of volcano has a steep slope and emits ash during an eruption.
Cinder Cone Volcano
This type of volcano has a wide base, emits lava, and looks like a shield hence the name.
Shield Volcano
This type of volcano is halfway to having a steep slope and wide base. It emits both lava and ash.
Composite Volcano/Stratovolcano
Give the 3 Types of Volcanoes in Terms of Activity.
Active Volcano, Dormant Volcano, Extinct Volcano