Which of the following best describes Shiprock, a famous volcanic feature in New Mexico?

A) an extinct, massive, rhyolitic shield volcano
B) the eroded remains of a volcanic pipe and radiating dikes
C) an extinct, highly symmetrical, composite volcanic cone
D) a very recently active, basaltic cinder cone


B

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