THE EARTH AND ROCKS
The picture shows an erupting volcano - Junior Cycle Geography - Question 4 - 2010
Question 4
THE EARTH AND ROCKS
The picture shows an erupting volcano.
Circle the correct option in each of the statements below.... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:THE EARTH AND ROCKS
The picture shows an erupting volcano - Junior Cycle Geography - Question 4 - 2010
Step 1
(i) The volcano shown is dormant / active.
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The correct option is active. The image depicts a volcano that is currently erupting, indicating its active status.
Step 2
(ii) The rock group formed here is igneous / sedimentary.
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The correct choice is igneous. The eruption produces lava, which, upon cooling, forms igneous rocks.
Step 3
(iii) The rock type formed is basalt / sandstone.
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The correct option is basalt. The lava from this eruption typically solidifies to form basalt, a common type of volcanic rock.
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