Volcanoes can change the climate like a giant, invisible umbrella. When a volcano erupts, it sends out smoke and tiny particles high into the sky. These block sunlight, making the Earth a little cooler, just like when you wear sunglasses on a bright day.
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- A big eruption could make the whole planet feel like it's wearing sunglasses on a sunny day.
- Imagine an umbrella in the sky blocking sunlight for years, that's how volcanoes can cool Earth.
- When Mount Pinatubo erupted, the world got colder for a while, like turning down the heat on a thermostat.
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See also
- How Do Volcanoes Affect Climate?
- How Does a Volcano Affect the Climate?
- How Do Volcanoes Influence Climate Patterns?
- What Causes a ‘Volcano’ and Why Do They Sleep?
- How Does a ‘Volcano’ Erupt and Why Is It Loud?
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