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Volcanoes
Plate Tectonics
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For more detailed instructions, see the Getting Started presentation.
Flash activity. These activities are not editable.
Accompanying worksheet.
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Printable activity.
Teacher’s notes included in the Notes Page.
Useful web links.
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What is a volcano?
A volcano is an opening, or vent, in the earth’s surface.
Volcanic vent
This opening allows molten lava to erupt through it and
solidify as igneous rock. Other materials are also ejected.
What happens beneath the surface to
cause an eruption?
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Inside a volcano
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Cross section of a volcano
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Cross section of a volcano
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