Natural Phenomena

3. A mountain or hill with a vent through which lava, ash, and gases erupt.
8. A series of large ocean waves usually caused by underwater earthquakes or volcanic eruptions.
9. A large, rotating storm with strong winds and heavy rain, typically forming over warm ocean waters.
11. A severe snowstorm characterized by strong winds and reduced visibility.
12. A sudden and rapid flow of snow down a steep slope.
13. A violent rotating column of air that is in contact with both the surface of the Earth and a cumulonimbus cloud.
14. A colorful arc that appears in the sky after rain, caused by sunlight and raindrops.

1. eclipse An event in which the moon passes between the sun and the Earth, blocking the sun's light.
2. A thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere near the Earth's surface.
4. A cascade of water falling from a height, often over rocks or cliffs.
5. A sudden flash of light in the sky caused by the discharge of atmospheric electricity.
6. A storm characterized by thunder, lightning, and heavy rain.
7. The shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.
10. A celestial object consisting of a nucleus of ice and dust that orbits the sun.
12. A natural light display in the sky, predominantly seen in polar regions.