Geological Formations
Cinder Cone
Volcanic Formations
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A cinder cone, also called a scoria cone, is a steep, conical landform built up from loose pyroclastic fragments, such as volcanic ash, clinkers, or scoria, accumulated around a volcanic vent. These fragments are produced by explosive eruptions or by tall Hawaiian-style lava fountains issuing from a single, typically cylindrical vent.
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