Parts of a Volcano
What is a cinder cone volcano?
This type of volcanic landform is made up of small rock particles, or cinders. It is characterized by a small cone with steep sides.
Which type of volcanic landform is the most destructive? Name a volcanic landform that was developed this way.
Composite volcano. Mt. St. Helens is a composite volcano.
How do the types of volcanic eruptions differ?
Active: erupt constantly Intermittent: erupt at fairly frequent intervals Dormant: have become inactive but might erupt in future Extinct: have not erupted within recorded history