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RossAn 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.
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What determines if an eruption will be explosive or nonexplosive?
The weight of the volcano.
Is a shield volcano nonexplosive or explosive?
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.
Is mount st helens explosive or nonexplosive?
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.
Why are scientists able to use rocks to be able to find out that a volcano is explosive or nonexplosive?
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.
Why is mauna loa nonexplosive?
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.
