Asked by Nadia Kovacs on Jul 05, 2024
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Which of the following is common in most calderas?
A) a large circular depression with steep walls
B) thick sequences of volcanic ash
C) rounded mountains that are volcanic domes
D) all of these
Volcanic Ash
Fine particles of rock and volcanic glass created during explosive volcanic eruptions.
Volcanic Domes
Rounded, mound-shaped landforms created by slow-moving lava that solidifies near the Earth's surface.
Calderas
Volcanic features characterized by their large, basin-like depressions formed following the evacuation of a magma chamber in a major eruption.
- Identify common features and hazards associated with calderas.
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Frank DuarteJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Calderas commonly feature a large circular depression with steep walls, thick sequences of volcanic ash, and rounded mountains that are volcanic domes, making all of these characteristics common in most calderas.
Learning Objectives
- Identify common features and hazards associated with calderas.