A Shield Volcano Is a

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Multiple Choice

A shield volcano is a

• A) volcanic dome on the side of a larger volcano that shields the surrounding plains from inundation by lava from the main vent.
• B) very broad volcano with gently sloping sides,similar in shape to an ancient Greek shield.
• C) tall volcano with steep sides,similar in shape to the central ornament of an ancient Roman shield.
• D) vast lava flood-plain originating from a ground-level fissure,similar in size and topography to the Canadian Shield rock formation.

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