Question

what type of volcano has relatively hot, fluid lava that spreads a great distance?

○ cinder cone volcano

○ lava dome

○ shield volcano

○ composite volcano (stratovolcano)

Explanation:

To determine the correct volcano type, we analyze each option:

• Cinder Cone volcano: Erupts fragmented material (cinders), not hot, fluid lava that spreads far.
• Lava Dome: Forms from thick, viscous lava that piles up, not fluid lava spreading far.
• Shield Volcano: Has hot, fluid (low - viscosity) lava that can flow long distances, creating broad, shield - shaped structures.
• Composite volcano (stratovolcano): Has more viscous lava, with eruptions often explosive, not characterized by fluid lava spreading great distances.

Answer:

C. Shield Volcano