Which of the following statements regarding Arc Volcanoes is/are correct? 1. Arc volcanoes are found near divergent plate boundaries. 2. Some of the world’s classical examples of cone-shaped stratovolcanoes, such as Mount Fuji in Japan, Mayon in the Philippines are Arc volcanoes. 3. Some of the highest volcanoes on Earth are of the Arc type, notably Nevado Ojos del Salado in the Chilean Andes. Select the answer using the code given below:
- A. 2 only
- B. 2 and 3 only ✓
- C. 1 and 3 only
- D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: B. 2 and 3 only
Explanation
Arc volcanoes are found near convergent tectonic plate boundaries, not divergent boundaries. Statements 2 and 3 are correct.
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