Volcanoes of Iceland
The infographic spotlights renowned volcanoes like Eyjafjallajökull, Hekla, and Katla, providing a snapshot of their recent eruptions. Eyjafjallajökull's disruptive 2010 event, Hekla's historical significance, and Katla's ongoing activity underscore the intricate relationship between Iceland's terrain and its volatile geological phenomena.
Any advantages of volcanoes?: [ref]
1 - Land Formation
2 - Increase in Fertility
3 - Increase in tourism
Disadvantages:
1 - Acidic rain
2 - Degradation of air quality leading to health effects
3 - Damage to soil, agriculture, livestock and real estate
Conclusion / Key Takeaways:
In the dance between Iceland's land and its volcanoes, the shaded relief infographic offers a glimpse into the awe-inspiring power and fragility of our planet's natural processes. As a concise educational resource, it not only captures the essence of Iceland's volcanic heritage but also emphasizes the need for ongoing research and preparedness in the face of Earth's dynamic forces.
Dataset
Name | Elevation (m) | Last eruption |
---|---|---|
Askja | 1516 | 1961 |
Bárðarbunga | 2005 | 2014 2015 |
Brennisteinsfjöll | 626 | 1341 (± 1 year) |
Eldfell | 279 | 1973 |
Eldgjá | ca 800 | 934 |
Esjufjöll | 1760 | 1927 |
Eyjafjallajökull | 1666 | 2010 |
Fagradalsfjall | 385 | 2023 |
Fremrinámur | 939 | 800 BC (± 300 years) |
Grensdalur | 497 | dormant |
Grímsnes | 214 | ~3500 BC |
Grímsvötn | 1725 | 2011 |
Hekla | 1491 | 2000 |
Helgafell | 227 | 3950 BC (± 300 years) |
Hengill | 803 | 150 AD (± 75 years) |
Herðubreið | 1682 | dormant |
Hofsjökull | 1782 | dormant |
Holuhraun | 778 | 2015 |
Hrómundartindur | 540 | 10,000 BC |
Hveravellir | 1360 | 950 AD ± 50 years |
Hverfjall | 420 | ~500 BC |
Jólnir | 70* | 1966 |
Katla | 1512 | 1918 |
Kerlingarfjöll | 1488 | dormant |
Kolbeinsey Ridge | 5 | 1755[1] |
Kollóttadyngja | 1177 | unknown |
Krafla | 650 | 1984 |
Krakatindur | 300 | unknown |
Krýsuvík | 379 | probably ~1340 |
Kverkfjöll | 1920 | 1968 |
Laki | 1725 | 1783-84 |
Loki-Fögrufjöll | 1570 | 1910 |
Ljósufjöll | 988 | 960 AD (± 10 years) |
Lýsuhóll | 540+ | dormant |
Öræfajökull | 2119 | 1727 |
Prestahnúkur | 1386 | 7550 BC (± 500 years) |
Reykjanes | 230 | 2023, ongoing |
Reykjaneshryggur | -80 | 1970 |
Snæfellsjökull | 1448 | 200 AD (± 150 years) |
Surtsey | 174 | 1963 |
Theistareykjarbunga(Þeistareykjarbunga) | 564 | 750 BC (± 100 years) |
Thórðarhyrna(Þórðarhyrna) | 1660 | 1910 |
Thórólfsfell(Þórólfsfell) | 574 | unknown |
Thríhnákagígur(Þríhnákagígur) | 550 | 2 BC |
Tindfjallajökull | 1463 | dormant |
Torfajökull | 1259 | 1477 |
Trölladyngja | 1468 | ~2980 BC |
Tungnafellsjökull | 1535 | dormant |
Vatnafjöll | 1235 | 750 AD (± 1000[dubious – discuss] years) |