Understanding Volcanoes
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Which type of volcano is characterized by lava flowing from a single vent?

  • Cinder cones (correct)
  • Shield volcanoes
  • Composite volcanoes
  • Lava volcanoes

What type of lava is primarily responsible for the formation of shield volcanoes?

  • Obsidian lava
  • Basalt lava (correct)
  • Rhyolite lava
  • Andesite lava

Which type of volcano is composed of many layers of cooled-off lava, rock, and ash?

  • Cinder cones
  • Shield volcanoes
  • Lava volcanoes
  • Composite volcanoes (correct)

Where are the Hawaiian Islands located in relation to volcanic activity?

<p>Ring of Fire (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many active volcanoes are estimated to exist on Earth?

<p>1,500 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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