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Shield Volcano Nov 28th 2011, 19:50 From Nick Greene, former Guide Pictures of Mars - Shield Volcano Copyright 1995-2003, California Institute of Technology Olympus Mons is the largest volcano on Mars. This shield volcano, similar to volcanoes in Hawaii, measures 624 km (374 mi) in diameter by 25 km (16 mi) high. It is 100 times larger than Mauna Loa on Earth. Located on the Tharsis Plateau near the equator, Olympus Mons is bordered by an escarpment. The caldera in the center is 80 km (50 mi) wide and contains multiple circular, overlapping collapse craters created by different volcanic events. The radial features on the slopes of the volcano were formed by overflowing lava and debris. 23 of 28 Gallery Index: Mars Astronomy Pictures Gallery Related Resources to Mars Astronomy Pictures Gallery Mars Basic InformationReturn to Solar System TourMars Resources Purchase Items Related to Mars Mars Globe 2nd EditionMars Globe Topography EditionMars Exploration Rover 1/18 Scale Replica Purchase Items Related to Mars On To Mars PoloMars Past Present Future VideoMars: Past Present Future Interactive CD See More About: mars pictures mars rovers Related Articles Pluto - Pictures and Astronomy Facts Biggest Countries - The Biggest Countries in the World Driving Times and Distances from Reno / Sparks to Nevada Cities - Nevada Dr... Driving Times and Distances from Reno / Sparks to California Cities - Drive... Driving Times and Distances from Reno / Sparks to Cities in the West

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