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What type of volcano is characterized by its steep sides and explosive eruptions?
What type of volcano is characterized by its steep sides and explosive eruptions?
- Cinder cone volcano
- Lava dome volcano
- Shield volcano
- Stratovolcano (correct)
Which type of volcano is formed by the accumulation of fluid basaltic lava, resulting in gentle sloping sides?
Which type of volcano is formed by the accumulation of fluid basaltic lava, resulting in gentle sloping sides?
- Stratovolcano
- Lava dome volcano
- Shield volcano (correct)
- Cinder cone volcano
What type of volcano is typically small in size and is often formed on the flanks of larger volcanoes?
What type of volcano is typically small in size and is often formed on the flanks of larger volcanoes?
- Cinder cone volcano (correct)
- Shield volcano
- Stratovolcano
- Lava dome volcano
Which type of volcano is characterized by its viscous lava that does not flow far from the vent, leading to the formation of a steep-sided dome?
Which type of volcano is characterized by its viscous lava that does not flow far from the vent, leading to the formation of a steep-sided dome?