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  • Seamounts: Defining Submerged Basaltic Volcanoes Over 1km
    Submerged basaltic volcanoes that are higher than 1 km are called seamounts.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Basaltic: Means the volcano is made primarily of basalt, a dark-colored volcanic rock.

    * Submerged: Means the volcano is located beneath the surface of the ocean.

    * Higher than 1 km: This is a common defining characteristic of a seamount.

    While not all seamounts are basaltic, most are. There are also other terms used to describe specific types of undersea volcanoes, such as:

    * Guyots: Flat-topped seamounts, often formed by erosion from waves.

    * Volcanic islands: Seamounts that rise above sea level.

    Let me know if you have any other questions about underwater volcanoes!

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