Types of Volcanoes
Explore the different types of volcanoes, their characteristics, and how they are formed with this engaging science worksheet for grade 7.
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Types of Volcanoes
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the provided image as needed.
1. Which type of volcano is characterized by its broad, gently sloping sides, often resembling a shield?
Stratovolcano
Cinder Cone
Shield Volcano
Lava Dome
2. What type of eruption is commonly associated with cinder cone volcanoes?
Effusive lava flows
Explosive pyroclastic eruptions
Gentle steam releases
Submarine eruptions
Observe the image below showing different types of volcanoes.
3. Stratovolcanoes are also known as volcanoes due to their composite layers of lava and ash.
4. The largest volcanoes on Earth, characterized by their low, flat profile, are volcanoes.
5. A small, cone-shaped volcano built from ejected lava fragments is called a volcano.
6. Shield volcanoes are typically found at convergent plate boundaries.
True
False
7. Pyroclastic flows are a common hazard associated with stratovolcano eruptions.
True
False
8. Describe the main differences in eruption style between a shield volcano and a stratovolcano.
9. Explain why cinder cone volcanoes are typically smaller and have a shorter lifespan compared to other volcano types.