Introduction

Lava's up! Grab your brain and head for the further reaches of cyberspace. There's so much to learn in this information age. Below is a list of questions about the topic of this page. Surf the Internet links on this page to find answers to the questions. Don't forget the 'Big Question' at the end!

Questions

1. A. What part does magma play in volcanic eruptions?

B. What determines the type of eruption that will occur?
C. Describe the different types of volcanoes.
D. What type of environmental hazards result as a result of volcanic eruptions?
 
2. E. How does plate movement affect volcanic activity.

F. What causes plate movement?
G. What is plate tectonics?
 
3. H. When and where did the latest volcanic eruption occur?

I. Choose movie clip and describe what you see and hear.
 
4. J. Are accurate predictions of eruptions possible? Why or why not.

K. What are the indications that an eruption is imminent?

The Internet Resources

• Volcanoes
• Plate Tectonics
• Volcanoes!
• Volcano Warning Strategy

The Big Question

Describe in your own words what cause volcanoes, and where they are most likely to be found.

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