Magma rising through Earth’s crust causes volcanic eruptions
Volcanoes come in three main types: shield, cinder cone, and composite
Hawaii was formed by volcanic "hotspots."
Mauna Loa in Hawaii is the largest active volcano
Mount Tambora’s 1815 eruption was the most explosive recorded
Over 80% of eruptions happen underwater
Mars has Olympus Mons, the largest volcano in the solar system
Volcanoes can cool Earth by blocking sunlight
Supervolcanoes could cause massive climate impacts
Lava can reach 2,200°F, hot enough to melt rock