Types of volcanism, What are two specific examples of each

Types of volcanism

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Assignment:

Consider the following types of volcanism: Rift Volcanism Subduction related volcanism Hot Spot Volcanism (intraplate) Please provide the following for each:

What are two specific examples of each type of volcanism? In some cases, this could be a name of a volcano; in others, it might be a specific geographic region. What is the cause of magmatism in each site? (flux melting, decompression melting, heat-induced melting?)

What geologic forces are leading to the melting? (this will cause us to look ahead to some plate tectonic elements, but I know you can handle it!)

What types of volcanos are present at each site? What type of lavas are produced? (we are thinking general here, so just stick to info in your text and this course!)

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