Here's why:
* Volcanic Pipe: The conduit through which magma travels from deep within the Earth to the surface during a volcanic eruption.
* Volcanic Cone: The cone-shaped structure built up by layers of lava and ash during eruptions.
* Erosion: Over time, the softer, less resistant materials that make up the volcanic cone are eroded by wind, water, and ice.
* Resistant Pipe: The volcanic pipe, often composed of harder, more resistant rock like solidified magma, remains standing after the cone is eroded away.
The resulting landform is a pillar or tower of rock, often quite striking, that stands as a testament to the former presence of a volcano.