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Shield volcanoes are primarily associated with divergent tectonic plate boundaries and hotspot volcanism, rather than a specific fault type. They typically form from low-viscosity basaltic lava that flows easily across great distances, creating a broad, gently sloping profile. While they are not directly linked to faulting, they can be influenced by tectonic activity in their region. The main geological processes involved are not fault-related but rather the movement of magma from the mantle to the surface.

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