volcano case study Flashcards
(32 cards)
What year did the Eyjafjallajökull eruption occur?
2010
What type of volcano is Eyjafjallajökull?
Stratovolcano
True or False: The Eyjafjallajökull eruption was the first significant volcanic eruption in Iceland.
False
What was the primary cause of the Eyjafjallajökull eruption?
Magma movement and pressure buildup beneath the volcano.
Fill in the blank: The Eyjafjallajökull eruption began on _______.
April 14, 2010
What major impact did the Eyjafjallajökull eruption have on air travel?
It caused widespread air travel disruptions across Europe.
What was the height of the ash plume produced by the eruption?
Up to 9 kilometers (30,000 feet)
Multiple Choice: Which of the following countries was NOT significantly affected by the ash cloud? A) UK B) France C) Argentina D) Germany
C) Argentina
What were two major environmental impacts of the eruption?
Ashfall affecting agriculture and water contamination.
True or False: The eruption led to the evacuation of local populations.
True
What was the primary governmental response to the eruption?
Closure of airspace and coordination of emergency services.
Fill in the blank: The volcanic ash from Eyjafjallajökull is primarily composed of _______.
Silica
What was the long-term economic impact of the eruption on the airline industry?
Significant financial losses due to flight cancellations.
What geological feature is Eyjafjallajökull located beneath?
The ice cap of Eyjafjallajökull glacier.
Multiple Choice: What type of eruption characterized the Eyjafjallajökull event? A) Plinian B) Strombolian C) Hawaiian D) Phreatomagmatic
D) Phreatomagmatic
What was one of the key challenges in managing the eruption’s impacts?
Predicting ash dispersion and its effects on air traffic.
True or False: The eruption resulted in no fatalities.
True
What technological tool was crucial for monitoring the eruption?
Volcanic ash dispersion models.
Fill in the blank: The eruption ended in _______.
May 2010
What was a significant health concern related to the ash fallout?
Respiratory issues among the population.
What was a key lesson learned from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption regarding disaster management?
The importance of international cooperation in crisis response.
How did the eruption affect the local economy?
Tourism decreased due to travel disruptions.
True or False: Eyjafjallajökull is one of Iceland’s most active volcanoes.
False
What type of volcanic activity was observed during the eruption?
Explosive eruptions with ash clouds.
