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Molten rock that has been erupted onto Earth's surface is known as lava. Molten rock within the Earth is known as magma.

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What is the difference between lava and molten rock?

Molten rock may exist either on the surface or underground. It is only considered lava when it is at the surface. Underground molten rock is called magma.


What are the streams of molten lava spilled out of a volcano called?

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What is a molten gassy rock?

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What is a substance that can survive molten lava?

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What is a product of the solidification of magma or molten lava?

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What is a meaningful sentence for the word molten?

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Is there such thing as melted rock?

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