What are volcanoes?

Volcanoes are geological formations that results from magma or molten rock rising and erupting from beneath the Earth's surface. They can be found at divergent and convergent boundaries of tectonic plates and on hot spots. When a volcano erupts, it releases lava, ash, gas, and rocks into the atmosphere and surrounding areas. Volcanic eruptions can be violent and destructive, causing damage to nearby communities, affecting air travel, and altering climate patterns. However, volcanoes also play a crucial role in shaping the Earth's surface and can provide fertile soil and geothermal energy.

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