Mount Pinatubo: A Unique Tourist Destination
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What attracts visitors to Mount Pinatubo despite its destructive history?

  • The lush greenery surrounding the volcano
  • The historical artifacts found around the volcano
  • The opportunity to witness the stunning landscapes shaped by its eruption (correct)
  • The abundance of wildlife in the area

    • In what way has Mount Pinatubo become a popular tourist destination?

  • For its beautiful beaches nearby
  • Because of its historical significance
  • Due to its relaxing hot springs
  • By attracting visitors to witness the landscapes formed by its eruption (correct)

    • What is the main draw for tourists visiting Mount Pinatubo?

  • The opportunity to see unique geological formations
  • The chance to study volcanic activity up close
  • The beauty of the landscapes created by the volcano's eruption (correct)
  • The possibility of experiencing an active volcano eruption

    • What were the primary destructive forces during the eruption on June 16, 1991?

    <p>Pyroclastic flows and lahars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How high did the eruption column reach during the eruption?

    <p>Over 40 kilometers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely reason for the devastation caused by pyroclastic flows and lahars?

    <p>High-speed avalanches of hot ash, rock, and gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of volcanic materials devastated areas during the eruption on June 16, 1991?

    <p>Lahars and pyroclastic flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the approximate height of the eruption column during the eruption on June 16, 1991?

    <p>Over 20 kilometers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What date did the devastating eruption, involving pyroclastic flows and lahars, occur on Mount Pinatubo?

    <p>June 16, 1991</p> Signup and view all the answers

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