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There is a region in the Pacific Ocean called the Ring of Fire, and it is home to many of the world's earthquakes and volcanoes. It has 452 volcanoes and it is home to 75% of the world's dormant and active volcanoes. Besides that, many islands and island nations have volcanoes, such as Hawaii and Japan. Also, 80-90% of all volcanoes occur near tectonic plate boundaries that spread apart.
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What volcanoes erupt gently?
Shield volcanoes erupt least violently cinder cone most violently and compost can erupt either way.
Do volcanoes usually erupt in canyons?
No. Most volcanoes have built up into mountains.
Where do volcanoes erupt the most?
Mexico and Central America
Do tsunamis erupt?
No. Volcanoes erupt.
Do volcanoes erupt after 10 centuries?
Some do. Most volcanoes will erupt more frequently than that, but some do go 1000 years or more between eruptions.
How many volcanoes can erupt at once?
An unlimited amount of volcanoes can erupt at once
How many volcanoes erupt yearly?
About 60 volcanoes erupt each year.
Do volcanoes erupt at the end of the year?
Volcanoes can erupt at any time of year.
What climates do volcanoes need to be in to erupt?
Volcanoes can erupt in any climate. Climate does not affect a volcano's ability to erupt.
What type of volcano does and does not erupt?
Active volcanoes erupt. Dormant volcanoes are quiet - but may erupt again some day. Extinct volcanoes have "closed up shop" for good, and will never erupt again.
What kind of mafic lava do composite volcanoes have?
Composite volcanoes usually do not erupt mafic material. Intermediate material is the most common. The mafic material they do erupt is usually basalt.
Are volcanoes considered volcanoes when they erupt?
Yes, they are.
