Hawaiian Islands Formation Flashcards
1
Q
Why is Hawaii an Island chain?
A
A plate is moving slowly over a hotspot, so multiple islands form as it goes along.
2
Q
What was found underwater in Hawaii?
A
Tons of small underwater mountains islands that were too small to surface as islands.
3
Q
How much bigger is the Big Island compared to Mt. Everest?
A
About 50% bigger (if you count from its base in the Pacific Ocean).
