5 Questions
Shield volcanoes are typically built mostly of viscous lava flows.
False
The presence of pyroclastic materials makes shield volcanoes dangerous.
False
Shield volcanoes are known for their steep and sharp shapes.
False
Eruptions at shield volcanoes are always explosive due to the nature of the lava.
False
Mauna Loa is considered one of the smallest shield volcanoes.
False
Test your knowledge about shield volcanoes, large volcanoes built of fluid lava flow with flat, rounded shapes. Learn about the unique characteristics and safety aspects of shield volcanoes like Mauna Loa.
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