Question

Which among the following is an active volcano located in Sicily Island?
A. Stromboli
B. Mount Vesuvius
C. Mount Etna
D. Krakatoa

Answer 1

Hint: This active volcano is situated on the east coast of Sicily, in Italy. The volcano is the highest volcano in Europe, also the highest peak in the country of Italy.

Complete answer: A vent or opening in the earth’s crust through which molten material erupts suddenly is known as Volcano. In other words, it can be said that it is a place where the ashes, gases, and molten rock material or lava escape to the ground is known as Volcano.
The largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, Sicily has the largest volcano in Europe. It is also the prominent landmark of Sicily. Mount Etna is an active volcano. The word Etna has been derived from the Phoenician word, attuna which means a chimney or furnace. According to the historical sources, beneath the sea off the ancient coastline of Sicily, the first volcanic eruptions took place about five lakh years ago at Mt Etna. Agriculture, vineyards (a plantation of grape-bearing vines), orchards are supported by the fertile volcanic soil.

While talking about the options,
A. For the past two to three thousand, Mt Stromboli has been continuously erupting.
B. A composite volcano, also known as a stratovolcano, is located in Campania, Italy, it is called Mount Vesuvius.
D. A cauldron-like hollow, Krakatoa is located in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra.

Thus, the correct option is C.

Note: UNESCO declared Mt Etna a world heritage site in June 2013. The United Nations has also designated it a Decade Volcano due to the recent activities.