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OpenStudy (jmansedg):

What is a factor in what type of volcanic eruption occurs? A. Whether a pyroclastic flow occurs or not B. Whether the lava flow is fast or slow C. Whether the eruption occurs at a plate boundary or hotspot D. Whether the lava is basaltic or granitic in nature

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i think its c! let me know if I'm right!

OpenStudy (jmansedg):

ok i will let you know

OpenStudy (anonymous):

any other questions???

OpenStudy (jmansedg):

ya

OpenStudy (jmansedg):

What is defined as a mountain or hill formed by the accumulation of magma from an opening in Earth’s surface? A. A divergent boundary B. A subduction zone C. A vent D. A volcano

OpenStudy (jmansedg):

d

OpenStudy (anonymous):

yes D!

OpenStudy (jmansedg):

Why does magma rise up to Earth’s surface? A. It accumulates air, which makes it float. B. It is forced out by the temperature and pressure of the surrounding rock. C. It is denser than the surrounding rock. D. It is less dense than the surrounding rock.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

because a volcano is a is a mountain like structure with an opening at earth surface, and every time the volcano erupts , the magma that comes out and turns to lava will harden and eventually make the mountain a "bigger" mountain.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

the answer to that one is c i think.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

because the magma shoots out because of the pressure build up

OpenStudy (jmansedg):

What is the term for a volcano that does not show signs of being active, but could become active in the future? A. Active B. Dormant C. Extinct D. Shield @haleyy09

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