Cub Scout Academics: Geology Activity # 7 B

Label the Volcano Diagram

 

Read the definitions, then label the diagram below.

 

Definitions

 

ash cloud - an ash cloud is the cloud of ash that forms in the air after some volcanic eruptions.

conduit - a conduit is a passage through which magma (molten rock) flows in a volcano.

crust - the crust is Earth's outermost, rocky layer.

lava - lava is molten rock; it usually comes out of erupting volcanoes.

magma chamber - a magma chamber contains magma (molten rock) deep within the Earth's crust.

side vent - a side vent is a vent in the side of a volcano.

vent - a vent is an opening in the Earth's surface through which volcanic materials erupt.


volcano diagram to label

 

 

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