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What is the defining characteristic of cinder cone volcanoes?
What is the defining characteristic of cinder cone volcanoes?
- They are formed from multiple layers of hardened lava and ash.
- They are steep conical mounds formed by explosive eruptions. (correct)
- They are known for releasing harmful gases during eruptions.
- They have gentle slopes formed by low-viscosity lava.
Which type of volcano is exemplified by Mauna Loa in Hawaii?
Which type of volcano is exemplified by Mauna Loa in Hawaii?
- Composite volcano
- Stratovolcano
- Shield volcano (correct)
- Cinder cone volcano
What distinguishes composite (stratovolcanoes) from shield volcanoes?
What distinguishes composite (stratovolcanoes) from shield volcanoes?
- They have conical shapes with multiple layers of lava and ash. (correct)
- They have gentle slopes.
- They eject lava fragments forming mounds around the vent.
- They are formed by effusive eruptions.
What is a positive impact of volcanic activity mentioned in the text?
What is a positive impact of volcanic activity mentioned in the text?
Which volcanic feature attracts significant tourist interest according to the text?
Which volcanic feature attracts significant tourist interest according to the text?
Why are volcanic soils beneficial for agriculture?
Why are volcanic soils beneficial for agriculture?
'Water Pollution' is listed as a negative impact of volcanic activity due to:
'Water Pollution' is listed as a negative impact of volcanic activity due to:
What can destroy settlements, infrastructure, and agricultural land according to the text?
What can destroy settlements, infrastructure, and agricultural land according to the text?
'Understanding their formation, types, and effects helps in mitigating risks and harnessing benefits' - this statement emphasizes the importance of:
'Understanding their formation, types, and effects helps in mitigating risks and harnessing benefits' - this statement emphasizes the importance of:
'Composite Volcanoes (Stratovolcanoes)' are notable for:
'Composite Volcanoes (Stratovolcanoes)' are notable for:
What is the geological process that leads to the formation of volcanoes?
What is the geological process that leads to the formation of volcanoes?
Where does magma originate in the Earth?
Where does magma originate in the Earth?
What drives magma to ascend through cracks or pipes in the Earth's crust?
What drives magma to ascend through cracks or pipes in the Earth's crust?
In the formation of volcanoes, what is the pool where magma may collect near the Earth's surface called?
In the formation of volcanoes, what is the pool where magma may collect near the Earth's surface called?
What happens when magma pushes through a vent to the surface of the Earth?
What happens when magma pushes through a vent to the surface of the Earth?
Which type of volcanoes have erupted recently and are likely to erupt again?
Which type of volcanoes have erupted recently and are likely to erupt again?
What characterizes Dormant Volcanoes?
What characterizes Dormant Volcanoes?
What is the main characteristic of cinder cone volcanoes?
What is the main characteristic of cinder cone volcanoes?
What is the primary reason volcanic areas can be rich in minerals, including diamonds?
What is the primary reason volcanic areas can be rich in minerals, including diamonds?
Which type of volcano is known for its gentle slopes formed by effusive lava flows?
Which type of volcano is known for its gentle slopes formed by effusive lava flows?
What is a notable negative impact of volcanic eruptions according to the text?
What is a notable negative impact of volcanic eruptions according to the text?
Which volcanic feature is cited as attracting significant tourist interest?
Which volcanic feature is cited as attracting significant tourist interest?
What differentiates shield volcanoes from composite (stratovolcanoes)?
What differentiates shield volcanoes from composite (stratovolcanoes)?
Why are volcanic soils particularly beneficial for agriculture?
Why are volcanic soils particularly beneficial for agriculture?
Which type of volcano is exemplified by Monte Nuovo in Italy?
Which type of volcano is exemplified by Monte Nuovo in Italy?
What is a detrimental effect of volcanic activity mentioned in the text?
What is a detrimental effect of volcanic activity mentioned in the text?
What forms steep conical mounds around the vent?
What forms steep conical mounds around the vent?
How does magma form in the Earth's mantle or lower crust?
How does magma form in the Earth's mantle or lower crust?
What drives magma to ascend through cracks or pipes in the Earth's crust?
What drives magma to ascend through cracks or pipes in the Earth's crust?
What is the key factor that differentiates active volcanoes from dormant and extinct ones?
What is the key factor that differentiates active volcanoes from dormant and extinct ones?
What happens when magma pushes through a vent to the surface during a volcanic eruption?
What happens when magma pushes through a vent to the surface during a volcanic eruption?
Why are dormant volcanoes considered potentially dangerous despite showing no recent activity?
Why are dormant volcanoes considered potentially dangerous despite showing no recent activity?
What is a distinguishing feature of extinct volcanoes?
What is a distinguishing feature of extinct volcanoes?
What can happen if magma pools in a magma chamber near the Earth's surface?
What can happen if magma pools in a magma chamber near the Earth's surface?
Which factor contributes to the classification of volcanoes based on their eruptive history?
Which factor contributes to the classification of volcanoes based on their eruptive history?
What is the key factor that contributes to the formation of volcanoes?
What is the key factor that contributes to the formation of volcanoes?
What is the term used to describe magma's transformation into lava upon reaching the Earth's surface?
What is the term used to describe magma's transformation into lava upon reaching the Earth's surface?
What geological feature is likely to form when magma does not reach the Earth's surface?
What geological feature is likely to form when magma does not reach the Earth's surface?
Which type of volcano exhibits a bowl-shaped depression at the summit formed by the collapse of the volcano's top?
Which type of volcano exhibits a bowl-shaped depression at the summit formed by the collapse of the volcano's top?
What is a potential consequence of pressure buildup in a magma chamber near the Earth's surface?
What is a potential consequence of pressure buildup in a magma chamber near the Earth's surface?
Which volcanic hazard can be triggered by the subsurface intrusion of magma beneath the Earth's surface?
Which volcanic hazard can be triggered by the subsurface intrusion of magma beneath the Earth's surface?
What distinguishes dormant volcanoes from extinct volcanoes based on their activity level?
What distinguishes dormant volcanoes from extinct volcanoes based on their activity level?
What distinguishes shield volcanoes from composite (stratovolcanoes)?
What distinguishes shield volcanoes from composite (stratovolcanoes)?
What is the primary reason behind the formation of cinder cone volcanoes?
What is the primary reason behind the formation of cinder cone volcanoes?
What is a significant impact of volcanic activity related to mineral resources?
What is a significant impact of volcanic activity related to mineral resources?
How do shield volcanoes differ from cinder cone volcanoes in terms of eruption style?
How do shield volcanoes differ from cinder cone volcanoes in terms of eruption style?
What distinguishes composite (stratovolcanoes) from both shield and cinder cone volcanoes?
What distinguishes composite (stratovolcanoes) from both shield and cinder cone volcanoes?
How do shield volcanoes contribute positively to agriculture?
How do shield volcanoes contribute positively to agriculture?
What distinguishes Mauna Loa in Hawaii as an example of a shield volcano?
What distinguishes Mauna Loa in Hawaii as an example of a shield volcano?
What key factor contributes to the classification of stratovolcanoes as composite volcanoes?
What key factor contributes to the classification of stratovolcanoes as composite volcanoes?
What negative impact of volcanic activity results from the contamination of water supplies?
What negative impact of volcanic activity results from the contamination of water supplies?
What is the defining characteristic that differentiates cinder cone volcanoes from both shield and composite volcanoes?
What is the defining characteristic that differentiates cinder cone volcanoes from both shield and composite volcanoes?
