Island Formation: From Volcanic Eruptions To Glacial Retreat
Islands, intriguing landmasses surrounded by water, are geological formations with diverse origins. Volcanic eruptions spew molten rock, solidifying into islands like Hawaii. Tectonic plate movements create land bridges that become islands when the connection breaks, as seen in the Galapagos Islands. Glacial retreat exposes submerged land, forming islands such as Vancouver Island. Sediment deposits accumulating … Read more