What Sort of Volcano Was Formed During the Laki Eruption

question 37

Multiple Choice

What sort of volcano was formed during the Laki eruption in Iceland in 1783?

• A)stratovolcano
• B)under-water volcano
• C)fissure
• D)shield volcano

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