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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Earth Science: Types of Volcanoes Study Guide

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This study guide summarizes key points about different types of volcanoes. Includes a few questions to check for understanding.
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Oregon State University

Volcano World: Types of Volcanoes

For Students 9th - 10th
A reference page describing the different types of volcanoes.
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Ohio State University

Beyond Penguins and Polar Bears: The Forces That Change the Face of Earth

For Students 4th - 9th
Learn how different types of Earth processes change Earth's surface.
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Weather Wiz Kids

Weather Wiz Kids: Volcanos

For Students 1st - 5th
Great resource for learning all about tornadoes. Find out how they are formed, how they erupt, the different types, and notable volcanic eruptions. Also includes safety tips, animations, and activities.
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NASA

Nasa Earth Observatory: Putting Earthquakes in Their Place

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover the location of faults by viewing a schematic Global Tectonic Activity Map. View the location of different types of faults, active spreading centers and volcanoes
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Volcanism

For Students 9th - 10th
Volcanoes are one of the most dynamic, powerful, and visible forces on Earth. This interactive resource adapted from the National Park Service uses images to describe different types and parts of volcanoes, volcanic rocks, magma, and...
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San Diego State University

San Diego State University: How Volcanoes Work: Eruption Types

For Students 3rd - 8th
Learn about the different ways that volcanoes erupt. These eruptions are closely related to the kind of volcanic activity that is occurring. Includes a quiz at the end.