The potential of an active volcano to cause mass destruction is limitless, as history has proven.

Jun 4, 2010 - Karyl Anderson

Part of the Ring of Fire volcano chain, Mayon has erupted nearly 50 times in less than 400 years of recorded history. And it could be poised to explode again.

Dec 17, 2009 - Robin Schroffel

The shapes and sizes of volcanoes are dependent on how frequently they erupt as well as the style of eruption.

May 21, 2009 - Alexandra Matiella Novak

Enjoy a family vacation in France's volcanic region and explore the Earth at three demonstration sites.

May 18, 2011 - Marie-Claude Arnott

Prehistoric Auckland was an area of volcanoes and now the remnant cones punctuate the city landscape

Jan 13, 2011 - Suzan Phillips

Centuries ago cultures had mythological justifications for volcanoes. Today, science tells how they help monitor what goes on beneath the earth's crust.

Apr 17, 2010 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

For a new, fun experience while traveling through southern Italy, check out Camp Solfatara, a campground located at the base of an extinct volcano.

Apr 2, 2010 - Stephanie Cox

Volcanoes are a common topic when learning Earth science. Young students can enjoy a hands on activity that exposes them to the basics of volcanoes.

Dec 9, 2009 - Tammy Andrew

It's intuitive for children to wonder how things work and why things are in nature. Encouraging this type of curiosity can create future earth scientists.

Feb 12, 2009 - Alexandra Matiella Novak

Villarrica volcano, in Villarrica National Park, a reserve of 60,000 hectares bordering Argentina, is a steaming dragon that is fairytale beautiful and a little scary.

Jan 27, 2008 - Rosemary Findley

The present day eruption of Iceland's Volcano "Eyjafjallajokull" is paled by the eruption of "Krakatoa" in 1883 - but BOTH caused disruptions.

Apr 18, 2010 - Brian T. Bolten

Volcanoes appear in ancient literature, give birth to islands, destroy habitats and snarl modern air travel. Here are profiles of seven famous volcanoes.

Apr 29, 2010 - Rosemary E. Bachelor

Ever wonder about volcanoes and eruptions? What happens for a volcanic eruption to create such a destructive natural disaster and how common eruptions are.

Jan 17, 2011 - Patrick Hamlin

A good cobblestone road takes visitors to fumaroles, a picturesque hiking trail and magnificent views, not to mention roadrunners and pumas.

Mar 2, 2009 - John Pint

Volcanic activity can produce toxic gas, lava flows, lahars, and earthquakes. History shows us that these hazards can by deadly.

Apr 17, 2008 - Alexandra Matiella Novak

Volcanoes can be dangerous to study. Luckily for volcanologists, the vast array of satellites orbiting our planet can provide valuable information from a safe distance.

Mar 3, 2008 - Alexandra Matiella Novak

Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica is one of the most active volcanoes in the world and attracts bus loads of tourists to indulge in the natural surroudings and posh resorts.

Jul 26, 2007 - Nicholas Gill

Beneath the Vatnajokull glacier lies the most active volcano in Iceland. Only hours ago, it erupted again sparking renewed air traffic fears.

May 22, 2011 - Mensur Cehic

Plate tectonics account for the formation of most of the globe's active volcanoes, as well as the formation of many mountain ranges.

Mar 15, 2010 - Angela Schnaubelt