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Monogenetic Volcano

A monogenetic volcano is a type of volcano that erupts only once, producing a small volcanic edifice such as a cinder cone, maar, or tuff ring. These volcanoes are important for understanding volcanic processes, the hazards they pose, and the nature of magma sources in various tectonic settings.

Volcanic cinder cone with surrounding lava field (Monogenetic Volcano)
Fig. 1 Volcanic cinder cone with surrounding lava field (Monogenetic Volcano)

Source Valentine, G. A., & Gregg, T. K. P. (2008). “Continental Basaltic Volcanoes—Processes and Problems.” Journal of Volcanology and Geothermal Research, 177(4), 857-873.

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