1.3.2 Volcanoes, processes, hazards and their impacts

Activity 1

Main questio

What hazards are associated with volcanic eruptions?

Questions

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  • Compare the eruptions seen in Resource A.
  • Outline some of the reasons that certain eruptions are explosive and others effusive.
  • Name and describe one volcanic hazard seen in Resource B.
  • Suggest reasons why this hazard poses a high risk for people living near a volcano.

The pie chart in Resource C is based on an estimate of deaths as a result of volcanic eruptions.

  • Which causes are Primary and which are Secondary?
  • Which factor caused the greatest proportion of deaths? Suggest reasons why so many died as a result of this hazard.