Tectonics
Volcanoes
Volcanoes are found on constructive and destructive plate boundaries.
Hazards
- Lava can destroy farmland and kill people
- Ash clouds can block the sun or obstruct the vision of pilots
- Pyroclastic flow can pollute water
Opportunities
- Mining can be used to extract minerals and metals present in volcanic soil
- Fertile soil around volcano can be used for growing crops
- Elevated terrain can provide a scenic view
- Volcano can attract tourists
Soufriere Hills
This volcano is located in the island of Montserrat.
It is located on the destructive plate boundary between the Atlantic and Caribbean plates. The Caribbean Plate was subducted and destroyed under the Atlantic Plate.