Which process typically leads to the formation of a volcano through subduction?

What allows magma to rise up to the surface during volcano formation?

What characterizes a hot spot in volcano formation?

What distinguishes explosive volcanic eruptions from quiet eruptions?

Which type of volcano is characterized by a wide, gentle slope?

What type of magma is associated with the calmest volcanic eruptions?

At which type of plate boundary do volcanoes typically form due to plates moving away from each other?

What is a potential danger of lava flows during a volcanic eruption?

Which volcanic hazard is characterized by a high-density mixture of hot rock fragments and gases moving at extremely high speeds?

What is the term for the visible part of a fault on the Earth's surface?

In a normal fault, what is the direction of movement for the hanging wall?

Which type of fault is formed by compressional forces squeezing rocks together?

What is the primary characteristic of a strike-slip fault?

Which seismic waves are the fastest and first to reach a location after an earthquake?

What type of seismic waves can only pass through solid rock within the Earth's interior?

Which seismic waves are considered the most destructive and occur along the Earth's surface?

What is the term for the point where underground energy is released during an earthquake?

What does the Richter Scale measure in relation to earthquakes?

How does an increase of 1 on the Richter Scale relate to earthquake strength?

Which volcanic hazard poses the greatest threat to aircraft activity?