Question 1
Section 6.5 of the chapter notes that most shield volcanoes begin as seamounts and grow from there. What is the driving force behind this action?
◦ fracture zones
◦ divergent boundaries
◦ hot spot tectonics
◦ convergent boundaries
Question 2
Cinder cones ________.
◦ consist largely of pyroclastics
◦ have very steep slopes
◦ are usually less than 300 meters (1000 feet) high
◦ All of these are correct statements about cinder cones.