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The mineral composition of the magma is not a deciding factor for the explosiveness of a volcanic eruption. Instead, factors such as the viscosity of the magma, the amount of gas it contains, and the surrounding pressure play a crucial role in determining whether an eruption will be explosive or relatively quiet. Higher viscosity and gas content typically lead to more explosive eruptions, while lower viscosity allows for more fluid, less violent flows.

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