Volcanic Landforms
Examine the diagram below. Use the following terms to fill in the blanks on the diagram:
- Vent
- Crater
- Magma chamber
- Lava flow
- Caldera l... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Volcanic Landforms
Examine the diagram below - Leaving Cert Geography - Question 4 - 2015
Step 1
Crater
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The 'Crater' is the bowl-shaped depression at the top of the volcano, formed by the explosive eruption of volcanic material.
Step 2
Vent
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The 'Vent' is the opening through which volcanic materials such as lava, ash, and gases escape the volcano.
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Magma chamber
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The 'Magma Chamber' is the underground reservoir of molten rock that feeds the volcano and can influence its eruptions.
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Lava flow
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The 'Lava Flow' represents the molten rock that flows from the volcano during an eruption, creating new landforms on the surface.
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Caldera lake
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The 'Caldera Lake' is a large depression formed when the volcano collapses after an eruption, often filled with water over time, creating a lake.
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