3 volcano types Flashcards
1
Q
where is shield volcano found
A
divergent plate margins
2
Q
Where are composite/stratovolcanoes found
A
convergent plate margins
3
Q
where are cinder volcanoes found
A
convergent/divergent
4
Q
What is a shield volcanoes appearance
A
-gentle sloping sides
5
Q
What is a composite/stratovolcanoes appearance
A
-steep sided
6
Q
What is a cinder volcanoes appearance
A
-flat top, bowl shaped crater
7
Q
lava viscosity of shield volcano
A
very low viscosity
8
Q
lava viscosity of strato volcano
A
high viscousity
9
Q
lava viscosity of cinder volcano
A
medium viscosity
10
Q
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