Benefits and Disadvantages of Volcanoes

Volcanoes have benefits, but cause harm as well. One benefit that volcanoes have is the ash brings richness to soil. Another benefit is geothermal power. Health spas and hot springs are created for recreation and health. Volcanoes also bring precious gems, such as diamonds and opals. Despite all of these benefits, volcanoes can bring major devastation to countries that have experienced a volcanic eruption. One example of this is that eruptions can cause destruction of human settlement. Volcano eruptions can cause significant changes in weather patterns. Eruptions can also result in destruction of wildlife and forests. These are only a few things that Volcanoes can do to harm people. The benefits only bring good to some people. On the other hand, the destruction eruptions cause can harm an entire country.