Question

Which of the following best describes an active volcano?

A. An active volcano has a record of eruption within the last 600 years or has erupted 10,000 years ago based on analyses of its materials
B. An active volcano has erupted 20,000 years ago and has evidences of volcanic activities.
C. An active volcano has no record of eruption but has the potential to erupt.
D. An active volcano has no record of eruption for the last 600 years.

Answer 1

(A)

An active volcano has a record of eruption within the last 600 years or has erupted 10,000 years ago based on analyses of its materials

The International Association of Volcanology or (IAVCEI) defines a potentially active volcano as one that has erupted during the past 10,000 years