Ch. test 1 part C

Question 1

The beginning point of an earthquake is called it’s _________

Answer 1

focus

Question 2

The strength of the seismic waves of an earthquake is called its _______

Answer 2

magnitude

Question 3

Breaks in the earth’s surface along which rocks can move are called ________

Answer 3

faults

Question 4

Magma that breaks through the earth’s surface is called ______

Answer 4

lava

Question 5

a certain volcano is expected to erupt again within the next five years. it has a bowl-like crater at its top and only one main vent

a. dormant composite cone volcano
b. active cinder cone volcano
c. extinct shield volcano
d. active shield volcano

Answer 5

B. active cinder cone volcano

Question 6

this large volcano seems to be layered, signifying that different types of lava flows have occurred in the past, but the volcano is presently inactive

a. dormant composite cone volcano
b. active cinder cone volcano
c. extinct shield volcano
d. active shield volcano

Answer 6

A. dormant composite cone volcano

Question 7

This large, gradually sloping volcano has mild eruptions and a continuous flow of lava. Scientists will study the composition of the gathered lava.

a. dormant composite cone volcano
b. active cinder cone volcano
c. extinct shield volcano
d. active shield volcano

Answer 7

D. active shield volcano