Volcanic Eruption - Montserrat Flashcards
1
Q
What is our case study for a volcanic eruption in an LEDC?
A
Montserrat
2
Q
What date did Montserrat erupt?
A
25th June 1997
3
Q
Where is Montserrat?
A
The Caribbean Sea
4
Q
What type of plate boundary is Montserrat on?
A
Destructive
5
Q
Name the two plates that meet at Montserrat
A
Atlantic and Caribbean
6
Q
What kind of volcano is Chances Peak?
A
Composite
7
Q
How many people died due to the eruption on Montserrat?
A
19
8
Q
Name one physical effect of Montserrat
A
Volcanic ash from the eruption has improved soil fertility.
9
Q
How much emergency aid did the UK government give Montserrat?
A
£17million
10
Q
What proportion of houses were destroyed by pyroclastic flows on Montserrat?
A
Two thirds
