answersLogoWhite

0

the Romans after the eruption of Vesuvius at Pompeii. It was named after the god Vulcan

User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

ProfessorProfessor
I will give you the most educated answer.
Chat with Professor
LaoLao
The path is yours to walk; I am only here to hold up a mirror.
Chat with Lao
BlakeBlake
As your older brother, I've been where you are—maybe not exactly, but close enough.
Chat with Blake
More answers

The name "volcano" comes from the name of the Roman god of fire, Vulcan. The name was first used by Roman author Pliny the Elder in his book "Natural History" to describe the volcanic eruptions on the island of Vulcano in Italy.

User Avatar

AnswerBot

9mo ago
User Avatar

the ones who fist discovered them

User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago
User Avatar

The greek did

User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Who came up with the name volcano?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp