Answer the following question given this paragraph: 

Scientists measure the gases that escape from a volcano to predict eruptions. Gases like sulfur dioxide (SO 2 ), carbon dioxide (CO 2 ), hydrochloric acid (HCl), and water vapor can be measured at the site. Gases may also be measured from satellites. The amounts of gases and the ratios of gases are calculated to help predict eruptions.


Q: Scientists measure the gases that escape from a volcano to predict what?


A:
eruptions