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Individual lava flows are normally only a few feet thick, but over a long period of time, repeated flows may build up a volcano. Such volcanoes are termed as :<\/p>\n

[amp_mcq option1=”Shield volcano” option2=”Composite volcano” option3=”Strato-volcano” option4=”Cinder-cone volcano” correct=”option1″]<\/p>\n

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\nSuch volcanoes are termed as Shield volcano.
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\nThe description “Individual lava flows are normally only a few feet thick, but over a long period of time, repeated flows may build up a volcano” and the implied shape resulting from such flows points to a shield volcano. Shield volcanoes are formed by effusive eruptions of low-viscosity basaltic lava that spreads out thinly and widely, building a broad, gently sloping cone resembling a warrior’s shield.
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\nComposite volcanoes (or stratovolcanoes) are built from alternating layers of viscous lava, ash, and volcanic debris, resulting in steeper, conical shapes and often explosive eruptions. Cinder-cone volcanoes are the simplest type, formed by loose pyroclastic material (cinders) ejected from a single vent, resulting in steep slopes but relatively small size.
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