Why do some volcanoes explode?

Why do some volcanoes explode?

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1.

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a type of rock formed when thin, fast-moving lava cools and is usually very dark in color

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basalt

2.

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What type of volcano has slow-flowing, thick lava and usually erupts with an explosion? Options: cone volcano, shield volcano

Back

cone volcano

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

when lava quickly comes out of a volcano

Back

erupt

4.

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a type of rock formed when thick, slow-moving lava cools and is usually light in color

Back

felsite

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

liquid rock that flows or explodes from a volcano

Back

lava

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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a solid natural material that is found on and under the surface of the Earth

Back

rock

7.

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Front

a volcano with fast-flowing, thin lava that does not usually erupt with an explosion

Back

shield volcano

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