Volcanic Activity and Earth Systems

Vocabulary flashcards covering the impacts of volcanic activity on the Atmosphere, Geosphere, Biosphere, and Hydrosphere based on standard S2.5.

Sulfur Dioxide ($SO_2$)

A chemical compound released during volcanic eruptions that contributes to atmospheric changes and acid rain.

Sulfuric Acid ($H_2SO_4$)

A chemical compound associated with volcanic emissions that plays a key role in acid rain formation.

Carbon Monoxide ($CO$)

A chemical compound gas emitted into the atmosphere during volcanic activity.

Water ($H_2O$)

A chemical compound released as vapor into the atmosphere during volcanic eruptions.

Atmospheric Impacts of Volcanic Activity

The release of gases and ash into the atmosphere, which influences air quality, climate, and acid rain.

Hydrospheric Impacts of Volcanic Activity

The effects of volcanic eruptions on aquatic systems, including lakes and oceans (such as hydrothermal vents).

Geospheric Impacts of Volcanic Activity

Volcanic activity that contributes to soil formation and the creation of landforms such as mountains, lakes, rifts, hotspots, and volcanic islands.

Biospheric Impacts of Volcanic Activity

The influence of volcanic processes and resulting soil formation on plant and animal life.