Which type of magma would you expect to produce the most explosive volcanic eruption?

A. low percentage of Silica (SiO2) with high gas content

B. low percentage of Silica (SiO2) with low gas content

C. high percentage of Silica (SiO2) with high gas content

D. high percentage of Silica (SiO2) with low gas content

Respuesta :

Answer:

C

Explanation:

A high percentage of silica means that the viscosity of the magma is greater, this means it is more explosive.

Higher gas means more pressure on the magma so a more explosive eruption.