Volcanoes 🌋 Flashcards
1
Q
What is a volcano? 🌋
A
A volcano is an opening prevent in the earths surface through which molten material (magma) erupts and solidifies as lava.
2
Q
Name the different features in a volcano?
A
Crater Volcanic bombs, ash and gases Main vent Parasitic cone Secondary vent Magma chamber
3
Q
name the three types of volcanoes?
A
Active - erupted recently or expected to
Dormant - hasnt erupted in a while or may not again
Extinct - not expected to erupt again; ever