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What is the definition of rift zone

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Rift zone: areas where the volcano is rifting or splitting apart
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Hi!A rift zone is a feature of some volcanoes, especially shield volcanoes, in which a set of linear cracks develops in a volcanic edifice, typically forming into two or three well-defined regions along the flanks of the vent.

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