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  1. Volcano - Wikipedia

    On Earth, volcanoes are most often found where tectonic plates are diverging or converging, and because most of Earth's plate boundaries are underwater, most volcanoes are found underwater.

  2. Volcano | Definition, Types, & Facts | Britannica

    6 days ago · Volcano, vent in the crust of Earth or another planet or satellite, from which issue eruptions of molten rock, hot rock fragments, and hot gases. The term volcano can also refer …

  3. Volcano facts and information | National Geographic

    Volcanoes are Earth’s geologic architects. They’ve created more than 80 percent of our planet’s surface, laying the foundation that has allowed life to thrive. Their explosive force crafts...

  4. About Volcanoes | U.S. Geological Survey - USGS.gov

    Volcanoes are openings, or vents where lava, tephra (small rocks), and steam erupt onto the Earth's surface. Volcanic eruptions can last days, months, or even years.

  5. Volcano facts and types of volcanoes | Live Science

    Feb 25, 2025 · Volcanic "bombs" are chunks of semimolten lava that fly out of a volcano and solidify as they land. They're often flung miles from the volcanic crater.

  6. Volcanoes and Volcanic Eruptions - Facts and Information

    Articles, facts, information and photos for volcanoes and volcanic activity. | Geology.com

  7. About Volcanoes - Volcanoes, Craters & Lava Flows (U.S ...

    Sep 19, 2024 · Volcanic processes consist of all natural volcano-related activity that happens on volcanic landforms. Volcanic eruptions range from effusive emissions of lava flows to highly …