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Central vent eruptions are how most volcanic mountains form.
Composite, Dome, and Shield volcanoes are the three types.
It has layers of lava and pyroclastic material forming a cone.
The top can blow off, creating a caldera depression.
They are steep-sided, rounded, formed by slow acidic lava.
It can become blocked, leading to violent eruptions.
It has a wide base with shallow, sloping sides.
Fast-flowing basic lava erupts to create the shield volcano.
They are common at hotspots like Hawaii.
Blocked craters lead to pressure buildup and violent eruptions.
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