Comparing and contrasting effusive and explosive Flashcards
1
Q
low silica/viscosity
A
effusive
2
Q
high silica/ viscosity
A
explosive
3
Q
high temperature
A
effusive
4
Q
lower temperature
A
explosive
5
Q
more pressure due to more gas bc high amounts of silica
A
explosive
6
Q
less pressure due to less gas bc lower amounts of silica
A
effusive
7
Q
quiet eruption
A
effusive
8
Q
violent eruption
A
explosive
9
Q
both
A
occurs when pressure build-up and magma + gasses move from the mantle to the surface through vents
