Question

Volcanoes are usually formed as a result of _____.

a transform fault boundary, where both plates are oceanic
a convergent boundary, where both plates are continental
a convergent boundary, where at least one of the plates is oceanic
a divergent boundary, where at least one of the plates is oceanic

Answer 1

a transform fault boundary, where both plates are oceanic

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

a transform fault boundary, where both plates are oceanic

Step-by-step explanation:

A volcano is formed when hot molten rock, ash and gases escape from an opening in the Earth's surface. The molten rock and ash solidify as they cool, forming the distinctive volcano shape shown here. As a volcano erupts, it spills lava that flows downslope.