Geology Volcano Fun Web Quest Middle School Science Plate Tectonics

STEM Geology Volcanoes Web Quest
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2 Guided readings
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Objectives
Explain why volcanoes usually form near plate boundaries
Classify types of volcanoes
Describe the relationship between hot spots in the crust and volcanic island changes
This is a fun lesson for students to learn the dynamic nature of our earth. They will be amazed to discover how many active volcanoes are present in the world today
This challenge will help students to discover the relationship between volcanic eruptions and tectonic plate boundaries. Each student will research their own volcano and prepare a report and PowerPoint presentation.
Your students will discover that volcanic activity occurs as a result of the building up of enormous pressure at plate boundaries.