1) The world's largest volcano, Mauna Loa in Hawaii, is also one of the most active. It stands over 13,000 feet (4,000 meters) above sea level.

2) Cyclones are fueled by warm ocean waters and atmospheric conditions that allow the formation of thunderstorms.

3) The world's largest desert is the Antarctic Desert, covering around 5.5 million square miles.

4) The Andes, stretching along the western coast of South America, is the longest mountain range in the world, spanning over 4,300 miles (7,000 kilometers).