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Where is an area where volcanoes are usually not found?

Volcanoes are not usually found in the interior of tectonic plates, such as in the middle of continents like in the interior of Australia. These areas are called intraplate regions and typically have less tectonic activity compared to plate boundaries where volcanoes are commonly found.


Where is augite found at?

it is found in volcanoes where the Italian area


Where are composite volcanoes usually found-?

in the north pole during the winter months.


How does volcanoes found on the earth surface?

Usually by simple observation.


Where are volcanoes usually found?

in the north pole during the winter months.


Why are volcanoes usually found on edges of tectonic plates?

because they form from earthquakes


Why are volcanoes and earthquakes found together?

The majority of earth's volcanoes and earthquakes occur near the boundaries of tectonic plates. Therefore, an area that has volcanoes is likely to be prone to earthquake as well.


What are volcanoes usually not associated with?

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Is Shield volcanoes found along subduction zones?

Cone volcanoes which are likely to erupt explosively are found at subduction zones. Spreading zones (constructive plate boundaries) and hot spots produce quieter volcanoes because their lava is thinner. The ones at hot spots are shield volcanoes.


What is the area of the globe called where most volcanoes are found?

The Ring of Fire, which circles the Pacific ocean, contains over 75% of the world's active and dormant volcanoes.


Which country is known as country of earthquakes and volcanoes?

Earthquakes and volcanoes are usually found near plate boundaries.


How are volcanoes in Mexico related to the US?

Several volcanoes found in Mexico are within the Pacific Ring of Fire, which is an area prone to earthquakes and volcano eruptions, just like those found on the US' western board.