volcanoes
So you want to learn about volcanoes? This sight has everything you need to know.
What is a Volcano?
A volcano is an opening in Earth’s crust that allows molten rock from beneath the crust to reach the surface. This molten rock is called magma when it is beneath the surface and lava when it erupts or flows from a volcano. Along with lava, volcanoes also release gases, ash, and rock. It’s a super hot mix that can be both incredibly destructive and creative. (taken from National Geographic)
Why are they so cool?
So many reasons! Volcanoes are a connection that we have with the world underneath us. They prove that Earth isn't just one giant piece of land and water. Volcanic eruptions can be deadly. Eruptions of Krakatau and Tambora in Indonesia caused the deaths of more than 100,000 people. Through events like Pompeii, volcanoes have taught us about our past. Eruptions can have a lasting impact on the area that they occur near. They can build and shape the land, creating mountains and new seafloor and depositing minerals and nutrients that enrich soil.You can learn all about volcanoes and why they are so cool on this website.
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