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Gibbons applies her signature combination of impeccably accurate definitions and friendly, colorful illustrations to the topic of volcanoes and volcanic eruptions. She begins with an overview of the earth's interior and plate tectonics, explains the correlation between volcanic activity and plate boundaries (the "Ring of Fire"), and then illustrates several types of volcanoes. The eruption mechanisms of composite and underwater volcanoes are detailed, along with safety information on what to do if you find yourself near an active eruption. The final pages include descriptions of famous eruptions (Vesuvius, Hawaii, Krakatau, and Mount St. Helens). Each illustration is filled with details: cross-sections of volcano cones show their layering, and insets, captions and notations add even more terminology for curious readers.