Living near volcanoes
I can describe and explain the impact of volcanic eruptions on people and understand why some people choose to live near volcanoes.
Living near volcanoes
I can describe and explain the impact of volcanic eruptions on people and understand why some people choose to live near volcanoes.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- One in twenty of the world’s population live close to an active volcano.
- Advantages include the cultivation of fertile soils, income from tourism, mineral extraction and geothermal energy.
- Disadvantages include the danger posed to people and communities from the eruption of lava, poisonous gases and ash.
Common misconception
It is difficult for pupils to appreciate that decisions people make are not always freely chosen.
To ensure pupils appreciate the significance of socio-economic factors (including income) that can limit people's choices.
Keywords
Minerals - Minerals are chemical substances that are formed naturally and are found in the ground or in rocks.
Geothermal energy - Geothermal energy comes from heat contained within Earth's crust.
Lahar - A lahar is a mudflow formed when volcanic ash mixes with water (rain or melted glacier ice).
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
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volcanic soils are very fertile which helps crops grow.
millions of people visit volcanoes each year. This generates income.
this can be transferred into electricity.