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Growth of a Seamount
File Name m00008.img.728.growth.of.seamount.cartoon.jpg
Data Type model cartoon
Computer Program Adobe Illustrator CS2
File Size 230.00 KB - 2 files [ jpg,pdf ]
Expert Level Middle School (Grade 6-8)
Contributor ERESE Database Team
Source Enduring Resources for Earth Science Education (ERESE)
Resource Matrix The Formation of Seamounts
Description
A seamount begins as an underwater volcanic eruption. As the volcanic eruption continues, the lava cools and begins to build an underwater mountain.
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