for each germanic surname in this glossary we have provided the english meaning which may or may not be a surname in english this is not a list of equivalent names but rather a sampling of english translations or meanings of german names
Image courtesy of USGS. There are two predominant types of volcanic eruptions: Effusive eruptions â magma rises through the surface and flows out of the volcano as a viscous liquid called lava. Explosive eruptions â magma is torn apart as it rises and reaches the surface in pieces known as pyroclasts.mage courtesy of USGS. There are two predominant types of volcanic eruptions: Effusive eruptions â magma rises through the surface and flows out of the volcano as a viscous liquid called lava. Explosive eruptions â magma is torn apart as it rises and reaches the surface in pieces known as pyroclasts.
Let's take a closer look at these three main types of volcanoes. Composite Cone Volcanoes. Composite cone volcanoes, which are also called 'stratovolcanoes' or simply 'composite volcanoes,' are cone-shaped volcanoes composed of layers of lava, ash and rock debris. Composite cone volcanoes are grand sites and can grow to heights of 8,000 feet or more.