Romeral (volcano) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Romeral
Volcán Romeral
Romeral
Highest point
Elevation	3,858 m (12,657 ft)
Listing	Volcanoes of Colombia
Geography
Romeral Location in Colombia
Location	Caldas  Colombia
Parent range	Central Ranges, Andes
Geology
Age of rock	Pliocene-Holocene
Mountain type	Andesitic-dacitic stratovolcano
Last eruption	5390 BCE ± 500 years

Romeral is a large stratovolcano located in the Caldas region of Colombia. It is the most northern volcano in South America that has been active in the last 11,700 years. This period is known as the Holocene epoch. Romeral is part of a chain of volcanoes called the Andean Volcanic Belt.

Discovering Romeral Volcano

Romeral is a type of volcano known as a stratovolcano. This means it has a tall, cone-like shape. It was formed a very long time ago, about 3 million years ago, during a period called the Pliocene epoch. The volcano is made up of volcanic rocks like andesite and dacite.

What is a Stratovolcano?

A stratovolcano is also known as a composite volcano. It is built up over many eruptions. These eruptions lay down layers of hardened lava, ash, and rock fragments. This process creates the volcano's classic cone shape. Stratovolcanoes can have powerful and explosive eruptions.

Where is Romeral Located?

Romeral is found in the Central Ranges of the Andes mountains. The Andes are the longest mountain range in the world. Romeral is part of the Andean Volcanic Belt, which stretches along the western edge of South America. This belt is divided into several zones. Romeral is in the North Volcanic Zone.

When Did Romeral Last Erupt?

The last known eruption of Romeral happened around 5390 BCE. This was about 7,400 years ago. While this sounds like a very long time, in geological terms, it means the volcano is still considered relatively young and potentially active.

See also

• List of volcanoes in Colombia
• List of volcanoes by elevation

In Spanish: Volcán Romeral para niños