Multiple Choice
Explosive volcanic eruptions occur___________ .
A) when crystallization forces exceed the strength of the volcano
B) when violently escaping gases evolve suddenly to drop the magma density and propel molten magma from the chamber
C) in response to deflation of the volcano
D) whenever basaltic magma extrudes on the seafloor
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