Volcano Types
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A broad, gently sloping volcanic cone of flat-dome shape, usually several tens or hundreds of square miles in extent.
What is a Shield Volcano
200
A volcano that is constructed of alternating layers of lava and pyroclastic deposits.
What is a Composite Cone (Stratovolcano)
300
A large basin-shaped volcanic depression, more or less circular, the diameter of which is many times greater than that of the included vent or vents.
What is a Caldera
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Steep sided loosely made cone made out of cinders
What is a cinder cone
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Mt Saint Helens is this type of volcano.
What is a composite cone
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