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Why did Mtvesuvius erupt?
Mount Vesuvius erupted due to the build-up of pressure from the earth's tectonic movements, specifically the collision of the African and Eurasian plates. This pressure caused magma to rise to the surface, resulting in a violent eruption that buried the nearby city of Pompeii in 79 AD.
Why were the citizens of Pompeii unconcerned about Mount Vesuvius?
Until it erupted they didn't know it was a volcano. The total event started with an earthquake about 3 days before the final eruption and they were use to earthquakes. When it did finally erupt they didn't have a chance. The pryoclastic cloud took less than 5 minutes to cover the entire area and it buried 2 cities as well as changed the coastline.
What was destroyed in mtvesuvius eruption?
The eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD destroyed the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, burying them under tons of ash and pumice. The eruption also caused widespread devastation and loss of life in the surrounding region.
What is the longutude is mtvesuvius?
The longitude of Mount Vesuvius is approximately 14.4300° E.
What were the people of Pompeii called?
They were known as Italians, being that that is where Pompeii is situated.But, people from Pompeii are called Pompeians.
When did MtVesuvius erupt on Pompeii?
79ad.
What happened during the eruption of mtvesuvius?
Mount Vesuvius is at next to Pompeii, Italy. It erupted and covered all of Pompeii in lava. The lava cooled other the peope, freezing thyem like statues. If you peel away the now cooled lava, you will see people's bones. You can see two pompeii people covered by cooled lava.
Why did Mtvesuvius erupt?
Mount Vesuvius erupted due to the build-up of pressure from the earth's tectonic movements, specifically the collision of the African and Eurasian plates. This pressure caused magma to rise to the surface, resulting in a violent eruption that buried the nearby city of Pompeii in 79 AD.
When did mtvesuvius erupted?
79 AD
How wide is mtvesuvius?
as wide as Jupiter
Where is mtvesuvius?
East of Naples in Italy
Did the eruption of pompeii affect the human population?
Yes, many if all of the citizens in Pompeii would of been killed. Not enough to have a significant impact on the whole population however
Why were the citizens of Pompeii unconcerned about Mount Vesuvius?
Until it erupted they didn't know it was a volcano. The total event started with an earthquake about 3 days before the final eruption and they were use to earthquakes. When it did finally erupt they didn't have a chance. The pryoclastic cloud took less than 5 minutes to cover the entire area and it buried 2 cities as well as changed the coastline.
What types of citizens living in Pompeii could afford indoor plumbing?
The one's with all the money.
What jobs might the citizens of Pompeii have done?
I think we'll leave that story for another day
Where is the volcano Mtvesuvius located at?
Naples, Italy
Steve seems unconcerned about his grades what function is unconcerned?
Steve's
