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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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When was the first eruption of mt st helens?

Mt St Helens first erupted on May 18, 1980


What happened in 1980?

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What volcano erupted in 1970?

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.


What was mt st Helens most famous eruption?

The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens.


When did mt st Helen eruption?

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The 1980 eruption of Mount St Helens was a VEI 5.


Which mountain erupted in 1980 in Washington US?

Mount St. Helens is a active volcano, in the Washington State.


What were the impacts of the Mt St Helens eruption 1980?

people died


Which mountain erupted in 1980 in Washington United states?

Mt Helens


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

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When was the most famous eruption on Mt St Helens?

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