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What creates a new volcano?
the flow of lava, cooling off and solidifying on the Earth's surface creates a new volcano
How does new rock form?
when the lava runs out of the volcano it forms new rocks
How does volcanoes form new rocks?
when the lava runs out of the volcano it forms new rocks
How does a volcano shape earth?
A volcano shapes the earth because when a volcano erupts, the lava hardens, forming new land on the earth's surface
A volcano formed over time from thousands of lava eruptions that deposit layer after layer of new crust?
Yes, volcanoes are formed by the accumulation of lava and volcanic materials over time from repeated eruptions. As the lava cools and solidifies, it builds up to create the structure of the volcano. This continuous process can lead to the formation of a cone-shaped volcano with layers of hardened lava.
Does lava build up the land when a volcano erupts?
Yes, lava from a volcano can build up the land over time as it cools and solidifies, forming new layers of rock and contributing to the growth of the volcano. This process is essential in creating new landmasses and reshaping the landscape.
Where does lava go when it erupts?
When lava reaches the surface, it quickly hardens into rock. The resulting rock will have either a glassy texture (with no crystals) or have a fine-grained texture (with small crystals) because the minerals have little or no time to crystallize.
How is Kilauea affecting the land its on?
The lava flows from the volcano are resurfacing the area and creating new land.
What is a lava dome volcano?
Lava starts building up underneath some surface (solid) materials. It is being pushed up by some underground forces. The upward pressure causes a dome like cap covering the 'liquid' lava. Eventually the lava breaks through and you have a volcanic eruption.
What happens to hot lava after it erupts from a volcano?
After erupting from a volcano, hot lava flows down the volcano's slopes or it may create lava flows that spread over the surrounding area. As the lava cools, it solidifies into rock formations called igneous rocks. Over time, these rocks can weather and break down to form new soil.
When does new crust form?
There is new rocks that build up they first start as lava and they build up and make new crust
What did kilauea create?
Kilauea is a volcano located in Hawaii that has created new land as lava flows into the ocean, forming new coastline. It has also produced lava lakes, lava tubes, and lava fountains during its eruptions. Its volcanic activity has influenced the formation of unique landscapes on the island of Hawaii.
