Types of Volcanoes - Understanding Cinder Cones

What is a Cinder Cone Volcano?

Cinder cones are the igneous rock that first comes out of lava in a liquid form and then converts into solid rocks. They are typically brown, black, and red in color, which comes out of the lava. Cinder cools down the molten lava into the rocks when they land on the Earth.

Explanation of Cinder Cones Formation

The formation of cinder cones occurs when small pieces of lava, known as cinders, are ejected out of a vent and scatter around the area. As these cinders fall and cool, they transform from molten rock into solid rock. The process of cooling and solidifying creates the characteristic cinder cone shape.

Definition of 'Molten' Rock

The word 'molten' rock refers to the liquid form of rock that is in a hot, melted state. When lava is in its molten form, it is fluid and can flow easily. As it cools, it solidifies into various types of rocks, including cinders in the case of cinder cones.