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The Different Types Of Volcanoes A volcano, by geographical definition, is any conical or dome-shaped structure that is formed as a result of magma escaping to the surface of the Earth through an opening which we call a vent. There are various types of volcanoes, ranging from flat shield-shaped ones to tall and steep ones.
Why are there so many types of volcano? There are volcanoes which erupt violently, those which do not erupt with much force, those which are extremely high, those which are shaped like shields, and so many others. There are a few factors affecting the types of volcano formed, and ba |
