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Are there volcanoes in South Dakota?
We do not have any active volcanoes, but about 750 million years ago, volcanoes were erupting all up and down the east coast. The soil in the upper part of our state is bright red still from the iron in the lava which flowed across the land. The Appalachian Mountains contain volcanic rock such as granite and basalt.
Is it possible to harness volcanoes as a natural incinerator for landfill waste?
No it is not possible to harness volcanoes in this way. Volcanoes are dangerous to be around due to the fact that it is unknown when they will erupt next. Furthermore, while there are many volcanoes in the world, only a few of them are erupting at any given time. At any given time there are only a handful of lava lakes in the world. Burning waste is rarely a good idea; it releases large amounts of toxic chemicals into the air.
Can a volcano erupt in a city?
It is possible but unlikely, as few areas are subject to the formation of new volcanoes on human timescales. Some cities are, however, built near volcanoes and could be endangered by future eruptions.
Where can one learn more about possible volcanoes erupting?
Many weather sites offer a link if not actual daily updates on volcanic activity around the world. It is like having a weather update for tornadoes, hurricanes and thunderstorms.
What are some precautions you may take if a volcanoe is erupting near you?
Get as far away as possible ... as fast as you can.
When converging two continental plates is it possible to form a volcano?
Yes, when two continental plates converge, they can create a subduction zone where one plate is forced under the other, leading to the melting of rock and the formation of magma. This magma can rise to the surface, leading to the formation of a volcanic arc and volcanoes.
Is it possible for people to live within a volcanoes caldera?
Yes
Are there volcanoes on Antarctica?
yes one of the most popular volcano on Antarctic is mount Erebus
Is it possible for volcanoes to occur and not be seen by people?
yes it happens everyday
Why are there cliffs and volcanoes near cliffs?
Cliffs are typically formed by erosion or tectonic activity, while volcanoes form due to shifts in tectonic plates and the buildup of magma beneath the Earth's surface. It is possible to find cliffs near volcanoes if the same tectonic forces that create volcanic activity also contribute to the formation of cliffs through uplift and erosion processes.
Is it possible for a volcano to lie beneath the surface of the ocean?
Yes, it is possible for a volcano to lie beneath the surface of the ocean. These are known as submarine volcanoes or seamounts. When they erupt, they can create new underwater landforms and contribute to the formation of underwater mountain ranges.
Does Hawaii have a ski resort?
No it does not but in the winter it is possible to snow-ski in Hawaii on the 4000m plus high volcanoes. A vehicle is needed as there are no lifts.
