Shield Volcanoes Have Low Slopes Primarily Because

question 94

Multiple Choice

Shield volcanoes have low slopes primarily because

• A)the low viscosity of basaltic magma allows it to flow downhill for long distances.
• B)they never erupt from the same place twice.
• C)their abundant ash layers spread out large distances.

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