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Lesson 47 of 84 · Earth Systems
SimulationVolcanoes: Mountains of Fire (Part 2)
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
- igneous
- metamorphic
- sedimentary
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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