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Pyroclastic material is more likely to form with high viscosity magma.
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Is a pyroclastic material high or low-viscosity?
Pyroclastic material can have varying viscosities depending on its composition and temperature. However, in general, pyroclastic flows are typically low-viscosity due to their ability to flow rapidly downhill like a fluid.
Is pyroclastic material likely to form from low-viscosity or high-viscosity lava?
low viscosity lava due to the violent eruption of the volcano
Is pyroclastic material likely to form from low-viscosity lava or high-viscosity lava?
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What is the viscosity of magma in a pyroclastic flow?
In a pyroclastic flow, the magma would almost always be considered high-velocity. The velocity and strength of the magma is a result of its chemical composition.
What type of lava is least likely to form a pyroclastic flow?
Pahoehoe lava, which has a low viscosity and flows more easily, is less likely to form a pyroclastic flow compared to a'a lava, which is more viscous and tends to fragment into pyroclastic material when flowing.
What material is not a form of pyroclastic material?
Water is not a form of pyroclastic material. Pyroclastic material refers to fragmented volcanic rocks, ash, and other debris expelled during volcanic eruptions.
Are magma and rock both pyroclastic materials?
No. Magma is molten rock that is beneath earth's surface. When it erupts it can form lava or pyroclastic material. Although pyroclastic material can form rocks, most rocks are not from pyroclastic material.
Can rhyolite be pyroclastic?
Yes. It is not uncommon for rhyolitic material to form pyroclastic flows.
How do cinders form?
Cinder cone volcanoes are made of pyroclastic material and most often form from moderately explosive eruptions.
Is a material magma?
No. Magma is molten rock that has not erupted. After it erupts it may or may not form pyroclastic material depending on how explosive the eruption is.
What builds volcanic mountains?
Volcanic mountains form as layers of lava flows and/or pyroclastic material pile up from successive eruptions.
What igneous rock is formed from magma or lava cools and hardens?
Cooled magma, lava, or pyroclastic material is igneous rock. Cooled magma forms intrusive igneous rock, while lava and pyroclastic material form extrusive rock. Anything beyond that depends on more specific factors.
