Which of the following is a reason for the large size of volcanoes on Mars as compared to Earth's smaller volcanoes?
A) extreme tectonic activity
B) a thick atmosphere, therefore no asteroid impacts
C) less gravity than other terrestrial planets
D) fewer eruptions
E) strong tidal forces

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Mars has less gravity than Earth, which allows volcanoes to grow larger as the lava can spread over a wider area without collapsing. Additionally, Mars lacks plate tectonics, allowing volcanoes to build up over time in the same location.

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