Pyroclastic
Cone - John Seach
Volcanic cone composed of material
ejected from the volcano. The material can range from the finest particles
to large bombs.
In comparison, cinder cones are more
uniform. Pyroclasts are also called tephra.
Examples of Pyroclastic Cone Volcanoes
Waiowa (PNG), Bud Dajo (Philippines),
Tengchong (Indochina), Kunlun Volcanic Group (Central Asia),
Carran-los Venados (Chile), Unnamed
Volcano (Azores), Seal Nunataks (Antarctica).
Pyroclastic Cone
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