Volcanoes Flashcards
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Magma is…
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a molten mixture of rock- forming substance, gases and water from the mantle.
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What’s a volcano?
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It’s a weak spot in the crust where molten material, or magma comes to the surface.
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Ring of Fire is…
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A major mountain belt. Formed by many volcanoes that rim the Pacific Ocean.
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A hot spot is…
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An area where material from deep within the mantle rises and then melts, forming magma.
