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Vulcanian Eruption
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Summary
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Vulcanian Eruption
is a
Type of volcanic explosion
characterized by short, violent, and
Explosive outbursts
of
Viscous magma
, often producing
Significant amounts of ash
, steam, and gas. These eruptions are typically associated with andesitic to
Dacitic magma composition
and can pose
Significant hazards
due to their
Explosive nature
and
Potential for pyroclastic flows
.
Concepts
Explosive Volcanism
Magma Viscosity
Pyroclastic Flow
Volcanic Ash
Andesitic Magma
Dacitic Magma
Volcanic Gas Emissions
Volcanic Hazards
Eruption Column
Volcanic Explosivity Index
Eruption Explosivity
Historical Eruption Analysis
Relevant Degrees
Volcanoes and Eruptive Phenomena 86%
Geotectonics 14%
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