Activity 6 - Volcanic History of Your Community

Use the resources listed below to help you complete this activity.

State-Based Resources
General Resources

State-Based Resources: Investigate - Part B: Geologic Maps

Examine the geologic map of Massachusetts.

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State-Based Resources: Understanding and Applying What You Have Learned

What information can be learned by looking at the geologic evidence in Massachusetts?

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State-Based Resources: Preparing for the Chapter Challenge

Design a creative way to include geologic evidence about past eruptions from volcanoes in Massachusetts.

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State-Based Resources: Inquiring Further

Visit the Volcano World website.

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General information related to this activity:

Igneous Rocks

Igneous Rocks Lesson - Volcano World
View a slide show about igneous rocks. The lesson is part of a series of lessons called "Rocks and Minerals."
View the complete outline of the lesson.

Types of Volcanic Rocks

Microtextures of Volcanic Rocks - University of North Carolina
Look through a microscope at some thin sections of volcanic rocks.

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