Volcano Formation

Volcano Formation

Grade Unknown Grade · Science · 45 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can explain the process of how volcanoes form from magma beneath the Earth's surface.

Warm-Up Video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

What Is a Volcano? for Kids | Learn all about these unique landforms

Practice Questions

5 questions · Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe the process by which magma forms beneath the Earth's surface and explain how it rises to create a volcano. Include details about the role of the Earth's core and mantle in this process. Explain how the movement of tectonic plates contributes to the formation of volcanoes. Discuss the relationship between tectonic plate boundaries and volcanic activity.

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