Volcanology is the study of volcanoes, lava, magma, and related geological, geophysical, and geochemical phenomena. It’s a branch of geology that examines the processes involved in the formation, eruption, and evolution of volcanoes, as well as their impact on the Earth’s surface and atmosphere. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Magma Chambers: Underground reservoirs of molten … Read more
Tectonics is the study of the Earth’s lithosphere, its structure, and its movement. It’s essentially the study of how Earth’s plates interact and cause earthquakes, volcanoes, and mountain ranges. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Plate Tectonics: The theory that Earth’s lithosphere is divided into several plates that move and interact. Plate Boundaries: The areas where … Read more
Plate tectonics is the theory that Earth’s outer shell is divided into several plates that glide over the mantle, the rocky inner layer above the core. This movement is responsible for continental drift, earthquakes, and volcanic activity. Key Characteristics / Core Concepts Earth’s lithosphere is broken into numerous plates. These plates float on the asthenosphere … Read more