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ParicutinSam R., Chris B.

Fun FactsThe Paricutin eruption took place between February 1943 and February 1952. The Paricutin volcano grew out of a cornfield. The worst of Paricutin's volcanic activity, took place in 1943, with its lava rising to about 50 feet below the crater's rim. The Paricutin volcano now stands at exactly 1,345 feet above the ground and 9,210 feet above sea level. Paricutin is in the state of Michoacn. How was Paricutin Formed?Paricutin is in the trans Mexican volcanic belt formed by the Riviera and Cocos plates subducting under the north American plateWhat type of tectonic process is responsible for this volcano? A Hot Spot formed Paricutin and was spotted by a farmer.

Process that Paricutin was FormedIt was formed by the Cocos and Rivera plates crashing together and progressively forming up.

What type of volcano Is Paricutin?Paricutin is a cinder cone volcano

What was the most recent eruption?April 22, 2003 was the most recent eruption of Paricutin.

The Closest Major City is Mexico CityThe location of Mexico city is 276.1 miles and the location is 120.2 W and 19.5 N.

Whats the most destructive earthquake from Paricutin?. The most destructive eruption started in February 1943 and ended in February 1952.

How did Paricutin Destroy things and kill peopleParicutin's lava and magma didnt get far however the ashes spread for over 100 miles around.

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