The Ring of Fire holds 75% of Earth's active volcanoes
Encircling the Pacific, the Ring of Fire is a seismic powerhouse, home to 75% of Earth's active volcanoes, constantly reshaping our planet through tectonic forces.
The Ring of Fire, a vast horseshoe-shaped zone, encircles the Pacific Ocean and hosts roughly 75% of the world's active and dormant volcanoes. This 40,000-kilometer stretch, from New Zealand to South America, is a hotspot for eruptions and earthquakes, affecting millions in countries like Japan and the Philippines.
There's more to this story — open the app to keep reading.
Continue Reading in App
2 more paragraphs · plus a 3-question quiz