Volcano eruption case studies Flashcards

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What was the VEI of the Nevado del Ruiz eruption in 1985?

A

3
The eruption occurred in Colombia.

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What significant geological event resulted from the Nevado del Ruiz eruption?

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The largest lahar in geological history

This was due to the melting of glaciers capped on the volcano.

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How many people died as a result of the Nevado del Ruiz eruption?

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23,000
The disaster struck the town of Armero.

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What was the VEI of the Iceland eruption in 2010?

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4
This eruption caused significant disruption to air travel in Europe.

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What was the economic impact of the Iceland eruption in 2010 on airlines?

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£130 million a day
This was due to flight disruptions.

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What environmental impact was caused by the Iceland eruption in 2010?

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Contamination of local water supply with fluoride

Flooding from ice melt contributed to this issue.

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What was the VEI of the Montserrat eruption between 1995 and 1997?

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3/4
The volcano had been dormant for 500 years prior.

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How many deaths resulted from the Montserrat eruption?

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19

The eruption covered 2/3 of the island in ash.

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What industries were destroyed due to the Montserrat eruption?

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  • Farming
  • Tourism

The ash made it impossible to provide aid.

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What was the VEI of the Pinatubo eruption in the Philippines in 1991?

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VEI- 5
This eruption resulted in 840 deaths.

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How many people died in the 2010 Iceland eruption?

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0 deaths

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