volcanoes
What is the main cause of volcanic eruptions?
Plate tectonics
Which type of volcano is known for its gentle sloping sides?
Shield volcano
What is the molten rock called inside a volcano before it erupts?
Magma
Which famous volcano caused the destruction of Pompeii in 79 AD?
Vesuvius
What is the largest volcano on Earth?
Mauna Loa
What gas is most commonly released during a volcanic eruption?
Carbon dioxide
What mineral is commonly found in volcanic ash?
Sulphur
Which country has the most active volcanoes?
Japan
What is the name for the opening at the top of a volcano where lava and gases are released?
Crater
What is the term for a volcano that has not erupted in historic times but is still considered likely to erupt in the future?
Dormant volcano