Overview of Volcanoes

How are Volcanoes formed?

Volcanoes are formed when magma rises to the earth's surface.

Causes

- Buoyancy of magma

- Pressure from gases in the magma

- Injection of new magma

Locations and Names of Volcanoes in the Caribbean

Grenada, St. Kitts, Dominica, Martinique

Suofriere Hills, Morne Watt, The Quill, Mount Pelee

Impacts

2 Positive Impacts

Tourism & Fertile Land

2 Negative Impacts

Crops Ruined & Loss of human and animal life

Parts

Ash, Steam & Gas

Crater, Main Vent, Lava

Magma , Magma Chamber,

Secondary Cones & Secondary Vents

Types

Fissure Volcano, Shield Volcano, Composite Volcano & Caldera Volcano

What is a Volcano?

A Volcano is a rupture in a mountain or hill that erupts hot lava.