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What triggers volcanic eruptions
A volcanic eruption occurs when lava and gasses are released from a volcano. It is one of the most powerful forces on earth and can have devastating effects. The main factors that trigger this process include; the buoyancy of the magma, pressure caused by the gasses in the magma, and the influx of a new…
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What is the largest active volcano in the world? – Mauna Loa facts
Mauna Loa is the World’s largest active volcano, located on the big island of Hawaii. The immense Mauna Loa is a shield volcano that rises more than 10,000 feet(3 km) from its base on the ocean floor to its summit above sea level. The huge volcano covers half of Hawaii, making it the most massive…
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