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1
Q

What is our case study for a volcanic eruption in an LEDC?

A

Montserrat

2
Q

What date did Montserrat erupt?

A

25th June 1997

3
Q

Where is Montserrat?

A

The Caribbean Sea

4
Q

What type of plate boundary is Montserrat on?

A

Destructive

5
Q

Name the two plates that meet at Montserrat

A

Atlantic and Caribbean

6
Q

What kind of volcano is Chances Peak?

A

Composite

7
Q

How many people died due to the eruption on Montserrat?

A

19

8
Q

Name one physical effect of Montserrat

A

Volcanic ash from the eruption has improved soil fertility.

9
Q

How much emergency aid did the UK government give Montserrat?

A

£17million

10
Q

What proportion of houses were destroyed by pyroclastic flows on Montserrat?

A

Two thirds