Consider the following statements regarding Volcanic Cones:<br>1. During volcanic eruptions, acid lava cones are formed by highly viscous lavas.<br>2. Viscous lavas have high mobility and can travel for long distances.<br>3. Acid lavas result in the formation of high cones with steep slopes.<br>4. Composite cones are the highest volcanic cones.<br>Which of the statements given above are <strong>CORRECT</strong>?
- A. 1 and 2 only
- B. 2, 3 and 4 only
- C. 1, 3 and 4 only ✓
- D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Correct Answer: C. 1, 3 and 4 only
Explanation
Statement 2 is incorrect because viscous (acidic) lava has low mobility and solidifies quickly near the vent. This lack of mobility is exactly why it forms steep, high cones (Statements 1 and 3). Composite cones (stratovolcanoes) are indeed the highest volcanic cones.
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