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Which of these is a feature of most shield volcanoes?(1 point)
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broad base
broad base

steep sides
steep sides

thick lava
thick lava

violent eruptions

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The feature of most shield volcanoes is a broad base. Shield volcanoes are characterized by their gently sloping sides and wide, broad profiles, primarily due to the low viscosity of their basaltic lava, which allows it to flow over large areas.

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