Mount Gilbert (Alaska) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Gilbert |
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Mount Gilbert from the air, 1994
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,684 ft (818 m) |
| Geography | |
| Location | Akun Island, Alaska, U.S. |
| Parent range | Aleutian Range |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | Volcano |
| Volcanic arc/belt | Aleutian Arc |
Mount Gilbert is a volcano found on Akun Island in the Aleutian Islands of the United States. It forms the northern part of this island. Even though it's a volcano, it hasn't erupted recently.
What is Mount Gilbert?
Mount Gilbert is a type of volcano called a stratovolcano. These volcanoes are usually tall and cone-shaped. They are built up over time by many layers of hardened lava, ash, and rocks.
This volcano is part of the Aleutian Range. This mountain range stretches across Alaska and is known for its many volcanoes.
Where is Mount Gilbert Located?
Mount Gilbert is located on Akun Island. This island is part of the Aleutian Islands, a chain of islands in Alaska. The Aleutian Islands are famous for their volcanic activity.
The volcano is found in the eastern part of the Aleutian Islands. It stands tall at about 2,684 feet (818 meters) above sea level.
What are Fumaroles?
In the early 1900s, scientists found active fumaroles near Mount Gilbert. Fumaroles are openings in the Earth's crust. They release steam and gases, like carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide.
Think of them like small vents that let out hot air from deep inside the Earth. Finding fumaroles can be a sign that a volcano is still active, even if it's not erupting. The ones near Mount Gilbert were about 1 mile (1.5 kilometers) northeast of the top.
