US Geological Survey
Usgs: Volcano Photo Glossary
Excellent glossary provides not only a definition of volcano terms but also a color photo of the term.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Volcanoes: Lesson 2
This lesson will provide models or diagrams that explain how volcanic eruptions occur, and discuss their impact on living things. It is 2 of 5 in the series titled "Volcanoes."
BBC
Bbc Newsround: Week of 2 17 14: Volcano Erupts in Indonesia
A slideshow of images shows how people in Indonesia have been affected by the recent eruption of a volcano.
NASA
Nasa Earth Observatory: Natural Hazards: Volcanoes and Earthquakes
NASA's Earth Observatory offers photos showing locations of volcanic activity and earthquakes. Click on thumbnails to view large images and read about the causes and effects of these natural hazards.
US Geological Survey
United States Geological Survey: Kilauea Volcano
These time lapse movies of Kilauea are hosted by the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. This resource also includes a webcam which provides near real time footage of two active volcanoes.
Oregon State University
Volcano World: Krakatau, Sundra Strait
Maps and great graphics of Krakatau. Learn about the size and formation of Krakatau. Find out the last time Krakatau erupted. Also, links to recent photos.
Oregon State University
Volcano World: Japan's Volcanic Region
View photographs and maps as well as read a geological article about the volcanic region of Mt. Usu and Mt. Toya near Hokkaido, Japan.
PBS
Nova: Deadly Volcanos
Over the past four centuries volcanos have killed over a quarter of a million people. Nine historic volcanos are briefly described in a slideshow with descriptions of each.
Other
Volcanoes of Nicaragua
Interesting information and photos about some of the 25 volcanos that exist in Nicaragua.
Oregon State University
Osu: Volcano World: Spreading Plate Boundaries
This page has pictures and descriptions of different areas on Earth where the plates are spreading. Also includes links to more information on slow, medium, and fast moving plates.
Curated OER
Sketch of Volcano Landslide and Directed Blast, Mount St. Helens, Washington
Describes what a volcano landslide is, how they occur, the effects of these landslides, and case studies.
Curated OER
Illustration of a Landslide From a Volcano
Describes what a volcano landslide is, how they occur, the effects of these landslides, and case studies.
Curated OER
Illustration of a Landslide From a Volcano
Describes what a volcano landslide is, how they occur, the effects of these landslides, and case studies.
Curated OER
Mt. Mayuyama, Unzen Volcano Complex, Kyushu, Japan
Describes what a volcano landslide is, how they occur, the effects of these landslides, and case studies.
Curated OER
Eruption Science: Volcanoes as Labs
There is now a worldwide effort to try to determine what causes volcanoes to erupt. This informative site provides information regarding what scientists are doing to gain a better understanding of volcanic eruptions.
Curated OER
Merriam Webster: Visual Dictionary Online: Examples of Volcanoes
Labeled diagram of two kinds of volcanoes: effusive and explosive.
Curated OER
Science Kids: Science Images: Volcano
Smoke bellows from a volcano crater as an eruption takes place. This kind of volcanic activity can be quite common on active volcanoes around the world.
Curated OER
Merriam Webster: Visual Dictionary Online: Volcano During Eruption
Labeled diagram of a volcano during an eruption.
Oregon State University
Volcano World: Mount St. Helens by Helicopter!
Explore these photos taken by a volcanologist as he traveled to the crater of Mount St. Helens.
Curated OER
Scholastic News: Severe Weather and Natural Disasters: Volcanoes
This site gives a comprehensive look at volcanoes. It begins with a basic overview, and then goes in-depth. The site includes an expert's section, words to know, witness accounts, experiments, and how to prepare for a volcanic eruption...
Curated OER
Pbs News Hour Extra: Ash Cloud From Icelandic Volcano Disrupts Global Trade
The erupting Icelandic Volcano has spewed tons of ash into the atmosphere creating havoc for global trade. This article briefly discusses its impact on the environment and the economic consequences. Education resources are included. (20...
Curated OER
Wikipedia: Mayon Volcano
A Wikipedia entry on the Mayon Volcano, the most active volcano in the Philippines. Excellent photos and maps. Includes a log of recent eruptions.
Curated OER
Etc: Maps Etc: The Peaks and Volcanoes Which Form the Andes, 1873
An orographic sketch map from 1873 of the Andes mountain chains. The map divides the system into the Andes of Columbia and Ecuador, Andes of Bolivia and Peru, Andes of Chile, and Andes of Patagonia. The map is keyed to show the prominent...
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