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What caused mt st helens to erupte in 1980?

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Anonymous

∙ 12y ago
Updated: 1/24/2023

The plates of earth rest on liquid lava (the mantel). As they move pressure builds up under the volcano and when its too much it explodes.

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∙ 2y ago
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Mt St Helens first erupted on May 18, 1980


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The volcano that erupted in 1970 was Mount St. Helens in Washington state, USA. The eruption occurred on May 18, 1980, resulting in the catastrophic eruption that caused significant damage and loss of life.


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Which mountain erupted in 1980 in Washington United states?

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What is the most destructive eruption from Mt. Saint Helens?

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