volcanic crater
Explosions or collapse can form craters. This topic is part of Volcanoes within Science & Nature. This page currently draws on 4 supporting questions, with answers and bonus facts available below.
volcanic crater trivia questions
A volcanic crater is a depression usually found near what?
Answer: Volcano's summit or vent
Bonus fact: Explosions or collapse can form craters.
How does a caldera generally differ from a typical volcanic crater?
Answer: A caldera is much larger and often forms by collapse
Bonus fact: Calderas can span many kilometers.
What may fill a volcanic crater after activity stops?
Answer: Lake
Bonus fact: Crater lakes form when water collects in depressions.
What is the bowl-shaped depression at the summit of many volcanoes called?
Answer: Crater
Bonus fact: Volcanic craters often surround a central vent at or near a volcano's summit.