In this episode, I talk about the Volcanic Explosive Index (VEI) and how that logarithmic scale is used to rate eruptions.  It is based on the amount of material ejected, the size of the eruption plume and the length of the eruption. Visit our GEOetc <a href='https://geoetc.com/member-resources/'>Members Section</a> - Over 100 teaching resources that are classroom-ready to help you teach Earth science. Check them out!<a rel="payment" href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Geoetc">Support the show</a>

In this episode, I talk about the Volcanic Explosive Index (VEI) and how that logarithmic scale is used to rate eruptions. It is based on the amount of material ejected, the size of the eruption plume and the length of the eruption. Visit our GEOetc Members Section - Over 100 teaching resources that are classroom-ready to help you teach Earth science. Check them out! Support the show

In this episode, I talk about the Volcanic Explosive Index (VEI) and how that logarithmic scale is used to rate eruptions.&nbsp; It is based on the amount of material ejected, the size of the eruption plume and the length of the eruption. Visit our GEOetc <a href="https://geoetc.com/member-resources/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Members Section</a> - Over 100 teaching resources that are classroom-ready to help you teach Earth science. Check them out!<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Geoetc" rel="noopener noreferrer">Support the show</a>

Volcanic Explosive Index

A place to learn about geology for teachers, students, rock hounds, and geology enthusiasts - that comes out on Fridays! Gary Lewis is an Australian-born geologist who loves to share his passion for all things 'geology'. In the GEO podcast, Gary takes you on a journey to learn about rocks, minerals, earthquakes, volcanoes, glaciers and so much more.&nbsp; It does not matter if you have no experience in geology, Gary will help you to understand the fundamentals of our planet so you can have a greater understanding about when you see when visiting your backyard, your local creek, cliff or beyond.&nbsp; You can also join Gary as he runs Field Adventures (specialist travel experiences) to see parts of the world through the eyes of a passionate Earth scientist.&nbsp; Find out more at www.geoetc.com.

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A place to learn about geology for teachers, students, rock hounds, and geology enthusiasts - that comes out on Fridays! Gary Lewis is an Australian-born geologist who loves to share his passion for all things 'geology'. In the GEO podcast, Gary takes you on a journey to learn about rocks, minerals, earthquakes, volcanoes, glaciers and so much more.  It does not matter if you have no experience in geology, Gary will help you to understand the fundamentals of our planet so you can have a greater understanding about when you see when visiting your backyard, your local creek, cliff or beyond.  You can also join Gary as he runs Field Adventures (specialist travel experiences) to see parts of the world through the eyes of a passionate Earth scientist.  Find out more at www.geoetc.com.

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