Volcano

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A volcano has 3 main characteristics

1. Cone shaped mountain

2. Formed by rock or ash thrown from the inside of the earth

3. At times, opening or depression at top




Examples of famous Volcano Landforms:

Mt. St. Helen in Washington
Mount Fuji of Japan

Category: Landform