Question

Column A
1.
Shield Volcano:
Shield Volcano
2.
Stratovolcano (Composite):
Stratovolcano (Composite)
3.
Cinder Cone Volcano:
Cinder Cone Volcano
Column B
a.This volcano is smaller and steeper because it only has pyroclastic flow and only contains layers of rock/ash.
b.This volcano alternates between lava flows and pyroclastic flows; has layers of altering ash, lava and rock; has a steep neck but gently sloping sides
c.Gently sloping volcano with thin, rapid lava flows that cools in sheets.

Answer 1

Here’s how the items in Column A match with the descriptions in Column B:

1. **Shield Volcano:**
**c.** Gently sloping volcano with thin, rapid lava flows that cools in sheets.

2. **Stratovolcano (Composite):**
**b.** This volcano alternates between lava flows and pyroclastic flows; has layers of alternating ash, lava, and rock; has a steep neck but gently sloping sides.

3. **Cinder Cone Volcano:**
**a.** This volcano is smaller and steeper because it only has pyroclastic flow and only contains layers of rock/ash.