Escuela Preparatoria Tapachula

INGLES

Reporte de proyecto

Lei. Crisels de Lourdes López Juárez

Equipo:

Sara Elisabeth Aguilar Martínez

Valeria Calderón Salas

Alan Orlando Domínguez González

Azul Iliana López Galeana

Angélica Fernández Chee

4-H

Tapachula, Chiapas, 23 de marzo de 2023

Presentation:

Good afternoon everyone, today I would like to talk to you about one of the
largest volcanic eruptions in recorded history, the eruption of Mount Tambora in
1815. This event had a significant impact on global climate, leading to a period
of cooling and crop failures, and ultimately shaped the course of human history
in the 19th century.

Characteristics:

The eruption of Mount Tambora began on April 5, 1815, and lasted for several
days, with the largest explosions occurring on April 10-11. The eruption was a
complex event that involved multiple phases, including explosive eruptions,
pyroclastic flows, and lava flows. The eruption column reached a height of 43
kilometers (28 miles) above sea level, and the volcanic ash and gas emissions
affected the global climate.

Damage:

The eruption of Mount Tambora caused significant damage and loss of life in
the surrounding area, including modern-day Indonesia. It is estimated that over
10,000 people were killed as a direct result of the eruption, and many more died
in the following months due to disease and starvation. The volcanic ash and gas
emissions also had a global impact, leading to a period of cooling that affected
crop yields and led to famine in many parts of the world.

Magnitude and Volume:

The eruption of Mount Tambora is classified as a VEI-7 event, the second-

highest rating on the Volcanic Explosivity Index. The volume of erupted material
is estimated to be around 160 cubic kilometers (38 cubic miles), making it one
of the largest volcanic eruptions in recorded history.
Aftermath:

The aftermath of the eruption of Mount Tambora had a profound impact on

global climate and human history. The cooling effect of the volcanic ash and
gas emissions led to a period of global cooling that lasted for several years,
known as the "Year Without a Summer" in 1816. This period of cooling had a
significant impact on agriculture, leading to crop failures and famine in many
parts of the world. The eruption also had a lasting impact on the scientific study
of volcanoes and their effects on the global climate.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the eruption of Mount Tambora in 1815 was a significant event in

human history, with far-reaching consequences that are still felt today. The
magnitude and volume of the eruption, combined with its global impact on
climate and agriculture, make it one of the most significant volcanic events in
recorded history. By studying this event, we can gain a better understanding of
the complex interactions between the Earth's systems and the potential for
natural disasters to shape human history. Thank you for listening