Iceland - Developed

Question 1

where is Iceland located?

Answer 1

located in north west Europe on the northern part of the mid-atlantic ridge (a constructive plate margin.

Question 2

what happened?

Answer 2

2010, volcanic eruption (E.15) ranked level 4 on the volcanic explosive index resulting in huge ash cloud.

Question 3

what are some primary impacts of the eruption?

Answer 3

• heat melted ice causing Jökulhaup (caused flooding)

- ash fall (over 10cm)

Question 4

what are some secondary impacts from the eruption?

Answer 4

• Lahars fell into rivers causing flooding to become more likely
• ash fall and poisonous fumes meant farmers had to hold off
• however ash improved soil fertility

Question 5

what are some social and economic impacts that affected Europe?

Answer 5

• 100,000 commercial flights were cancelled
• over 10 million passengers around the world were unable to board flights to or from Europe
• airlines lost $1.7 billion in revenue
• 30% of global airline capacity was cut by 75%
• the European economy lost $5 billion as a result of the disruption