What is another word for calderas?
Pronunciation: [kɒldˈe͡əɹəz] (IPA) 
Calderas are imposing volcanic craters, formed by the collapse of a magma chamber following a large eruption or series of eruptions. These volcanic features are characterized by their steep walls, circular or elliptical shape, and often contain a crater lake. As a volcanic term, calderas are often used interchangeably with other synonyms such as volcanic depression, volcanic basin, and cauldron. Calderas vary in size and type, ranging from small circular depressions to massive basins several miles wide. Although the term caldera designates a specific feature, these synonyms reflect the diversity of volcanic structures that exist around the world.
