Which component of an IED creates an electrical charge
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An explosive trigger initiates a rapid chemical reaction leading to an explosion, while a non-explosive trigger initiates a process or event without causing an explosion. The choice of trigger depends on the intended outcome and safety considerations for the specific application.
The weight of the volcano.
A shield volcano is typically nonexplosive. It is formed by the slow flow of low-viscosity lava, resulting in gentle eruptions with minimal explosive activity.
Mount St. Helens is known for its explosive eruptions. In 1980, it erupted violently and produced a massive explosive eruption that caused significant devastation to the surrounding area. Subsequent eruptions have also been explosive in nature.
Explosive and non-explosive eruptions form different types of rock. Explosive eruptions tend to have fragmented rocks composed of cinders, ash, and pumice. Non-explosive eruptions usually produce lava flows, which tend to cool as solid sheets or channels of rock.
The explosive force of a volcanic eruption comes from gas trapped in the magma. The magma that feeds Mauna Loa has a low gas content.