Advantages and Disadvantages of Living in a Volcanic Region


	Advantages and Disadvantages of Living in a Volcanic Region
	Advantages Fertile soil when lava weathers e.g. Indonesia Tourist attractions e.g. Yellowstone National Park, USA Minerals e.g. sulphur Hot springs for bathing e.g. Iceland Heat used to generate electricity e.g. geothermal power (Iceland) Mud used for skin care New land e.g. Surtsey (Iceland)	Disadvantages Dangerous gases Loss of homes, animals and crops Diseases and Fires Avalanches,mudflows (lahars) and floods Loss of wildlife, trees and plants People live in fear
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