Types of Volcano
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- Created on: 01-05-13 17:19
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- Volcanoes can occur along destructive, or constructive plate boundaries.
Composite Volcano - Mount ST Helens, USA
Composite volcanoes are found at destructive boundaries. They have very steep sides, along a narrow base. They are made up of layers of ash and lava. They produce sticky andesitic lava, which tends to block up the main vent. This leads to a significant increase in pressure, resulting…
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