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What is an extinct volcano?

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An extinct volcano, the volcano which is not currently erupting and which is not considered likely to erupt in the future
An extinct volcano is a volcano that is not eruptive and will not erupt.
The volcanoes which used to be active in the past and have not shown any signs of blowing up in many years are extinct volcanoes.

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