Here's why:
* Shield Volcanoes: These volcanoes are characterized by their broad, gently sloping sides. They are formed by the eruption of highly fluid, basaltic lava that spreads out over a wide area. Examples include Mauna Loa in Hawaii.
* Cinder Cones: These volcanoes are much smaller and have steep sides. They are formed by the accumulation of tephra (fragments of rock, ash, and volcanic bombs) ejected from a central vent. They tend to be short-lived and erupt explosively.
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