Earthquakes and Volcanoes
Geography ⇒ Physical Geography
Earthquakes and Volcanoes starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one way in which earthquakes can be harmful to humans.
Describe the process of how a volcano erupts.
Explain the difference between magma and lava.
Explain why people live near volcanoes despite the dangers.
Explain why the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are prone to earthquakes and volcanic activity.
Name the three main types of earthquake waves.
Name the three main types of volcanoes based on their activity.
What is a fault in geology?
Which Indian state is most prone to earthquakes? (1) Rajasthan (2) Gujarat (3) Kerala (4) Tamil Nadu
Which instrument is used to measure the strength of an earthquake? (1) Barometer (2) Seismograph (3) Thermometer (4) Anemometer
Which of the following is a benefit of volcanic eruptions? (1) Destruction of property (2) Formation of fertile soil (3) Air pollution (4) Earthquakes
Which of the following is a constructive effect of an earthquake? (1) Destruction of buildings (2) Formation of new landforms (3) Loss of life (4) Tsunami
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the opening at the top of a volcano through which lava and ash escape.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the outermost layer of the Earth where earthquakes and volcanoes occur.
Fill in the blank: The _______ scale measures the intensity of an earthquake based on its effects on people and structures.
Fill in the blank: The molten rock beneath the Earth's surface is called _______.
True or False: All volcanoes erupt regularly.
True or False: Earthquakes can cause tsunamis.
True or False: Earthquakes can only be felt near the epicentre.
True or False: The epicentre is the point on the Earth's surface directly above the focus of an earthquake.
