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On the scale that measures the size of explosive eruptions, the 1883 eruption of Krakatoa was a VEI 6. It was about 20 times larger than the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens and the second largest eruption in recorded history. The largest was the 1815 eruption of Mount Tambora.
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TaigaThe Krakatoa eruption of 1883 emitted an estimated 6 cubic miles (25 cubic kilometers) of volcanic ash, dust, and sulfuric gases, including carbon dioxide. The exact amount of carbon dioxide specifically emitted is difficult to quantify accurately due to limited historical records and variations in estimating methods.
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What is the is Krakatoa's most recent eruption?
1883
What eruption type was the Krakatoa eruption in 1883?
The Krakatoa eruption in 1883 was a Plinian eruption, which is a highly explosive volcanic event characterized by the eruption of vast amounts of ash and volcanic material into the atmosphere. The eruption of Krakatoa was one of the most powerful volcanic explosions in recorded history.
What volcano erupted in 1883 between java and sumatra?
That would be the Krakatoa volcano, which had a devastating eruption in 1883. The eruption caused tsunamis and atmospheric effects that were felt worldwide.
Which record was made in the eruption of Krakatoa in 1883?
a loud sound
How long did the people have to prepare for the Krakatoa eruption in 1883?
There was no specific warning issued before the Krakatoa eruption in 1883. The event happened suddenly and caught people by surprise, resulting in a devastating disaster.
