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What island is Mauna Loa located on?
Main Island of Hawaii
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Has lava ever reach Hilo?
Yes, in 1956.
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What type of volcano is Mauna Loa?
Mauna Loa is a shield volcano.
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Is Mauna Loa currently erupting?
No, but lava is constantly flowing out of vents.
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When did the recording of Mauna Loa begin?
1843
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What tectonic plate is Hawaii located on?
Pacific Plate
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How close did lava get to hilo in 1984?
Within three miles
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What shape is a shield volcano?
Long with a gradual slope from the summit.
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When was the last eruption of Mauna Loa?
1984
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How old is Mauna Loa?
600,000-1,000,000 years old