Includes stories about volcanoes by children's author Jane Kurtz, school project ideas, legends, virtual field trips, and games.
Watch fascinating video clips of volcanoes erupting.
View a photograph and learn some basic information about this type of volcano.
Questions about volcanoes in general, and about specific volcanoes.
Companion Web site to the NOVA program. An interview with seismologist Bernard Chouet, who has come up with a new method for predicting volcanic eruptions.
This interactive exhibit, part of the Exhibits Collection of The Annenberg/CPB Projects, explores why volcanic eruptions occur. Activities invite visitors to melt rocks, locate famous volcanoes and play the role of a volcanologist. Includes video clips.
Talks about the Volcanic Explosivity Index. Talks about predicting volcanic activity and disaster planning.
Volcano facts and a glossary.
A look at volcanoes on Mars, Venus, the Earth's moon and Io.
Choose from 6 volcano virtual field trips. Includes photos and maps.
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