Biliran (volcano) - Geological Features

Geological Features

  • Rock Type: Hornblende andesite containing greenish and black hornblende
  • Tectonic Setting: Biliran Volcano is part of the curvilinear belt of Quaternary volcanoes in eastern Philippines, parallel to Phil. Trench to the east

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