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Educational resource Understanding eruptions: how can we determine which volcanoes pose the greatest threat?

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Understanding eruptions: how can we determine which volcanoes pose the greatest threat?

Associated division
Geochemistry, Mineralogy, Petrology & Volcanology (GMPV)
Language
English
Age group
16-18
Material needed
The article and activity sheet are available through the following link: https://futurumcareers.com/understanding-eruptions-how-can-we-determine-which-volcanoes-pose-the-greatest-threat
Type of activities
Classroom
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Source
https://futurumcareers.com/understanding-eruptions-how-can-we-determine-which-volcanoes-pose-the-greatest-threat
Description

For millennia, humans have looked upon volcanoes with a sense of awe and terror. Nowadays, we have a much deeper understanding of what volcanoes are and how they work. However, predicting when and where an eruption is going to occur is still a challenge. Dr Michael Eddy, a geologist from Purdue University in Indiana, USA, is researching how to make more accurate predictions about where the most violent eruptions are likely to happen.

This brochure introduces Michael’s work, offers an insight into careers in geology, contains an interview with Michael and includes an activity sheet that challenges students to explore cultural relationships with volcanoes.

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