How is hot-spot volcanism different from traditional volcanism

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6 April, 06:47

How is hot-spot volcanism different from traditional volcanism

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Vinny · Answer 1

the hot spot is region is deep within the earth mantle from which heat rises through the process of convection

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the hot spot is region is deep within the earth mantle from which heat rises through the process of convection

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Anahi Alvarez · Answer 2

the hot spot is region is deep within the earth mantle from which heat rises through the process of convection

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hot spot of volcanism

is unique because it does not occur at the boundaries of earth tectonic plates, where all other volcanies occurs. instead it occurs at abnormally hot centres known as mantle plumes