Hot spots and the ring of fire Flashcards
1
Q
What is the edge of the pacific plates called?
A
It is called the Ring of fire.
2
Q
How many active volcanoes are there in the world?
A
There are between 50 and 70 active volcanoes in the world.
3
Q
What are the places known as hot spots?
A
The places known as hot spots are volcanic regions where there is a lot of volcanic activity.
4
Q
What are the 2 famous hot spots?
A
They are the Hawaiian hot spot and the yellowstone.
5
Q
How many volcanoes are in the Ring of fire?
A
There are 452 volcanoes, witch is over 50% of the world’s active and dormant.
