What are some similarities and differences between the eruptions of less gassy and more gassy magma?

Answer 1

more gassy=explosion

less gassy=ooze

Answer 2

Similarities:

1. Both types of eruptions can result in explosive events like pyroclastic flows and ash clouds.
2. Both eruptions can be triggered by a buildup of pressure within the volcano.

Differences:

1. Eruptions of less gassy magma tend to produce slower-moving lava flows compared to the more gassy magma eruptions which produce fast-moving and explosive pyroclastic flows.
2. More gassy magma eruptions often result in larger ash plumes and have a greater potential for creating volcanic ash clouds that can impact air travel.