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Lesson 12 of 84 · Natural Resources
ExperimentVolcanoes: Mountains of Fire
What You'll Learn
Volcanoes form where magma from the mantle reaches Earth's surface. Shield volcanoes have gentle slopes with flowing lava, while composite volcanoes are steep with explosive eruptions.
Key Words
- anemometer
- rock cycle
Materials Needed
- clay
- water
- plastic tray
- magnifying glass
- newspaper
- spray bottle
Safety First
- Do not taste any materials.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: Volcanoes form where magma from the mantle reaches Earth's surface. Shield volcanoes have gentle slopes with flowing lava, while composite volcanoes are steep with explosive eruptions.
Step 2 — Do
Conduct the experiment by following the instructions.
Step 3 — Observe
Draw a picture of what you observe.
Step 4 — Record
Answer the questions based on your data.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
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