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What is the most abundant gas during a volcanic eruption?
What is the most abundant gas during a volcanic eruption?
- Hydrogen sulfide
- Water vapor (correct)
- Carbon dioxide
- Sulfur dioxide
Why does water vapor from volcanic eruptions contribute to global warming?
Why does water vapor from volcanic eruptions contribute to global warming?
- It cools down the Earth's surface
- It traps heat in the atmosphere (correct)
- It reflects heat back into space
- It absorbs excessive carbon dioxide
Which characteristic of carbon dioxide makes it harmful during volcanic eruptions?
Which characteristic of carbon dioxide makes it harmful during volcanic eruptions?
- Can be detected by smell
- Is combustible in nature
- Reflects sunlight
- Is heavier than air (correct)
How do sulfuric acid aerosols formed by sulfur dioxide affect climate change?
How do sulfuric acid aerosols formed by sulfur dioxide affect climate change?
What is a proven harmful effect of hydrogen sulfide and hydrochloric acid released during volcanic eruptions?
What is a proven harmful effect of hydrogen sulfide and hydrochloric acid released during volcanic eruptions?
What is the main cause of a volcanic eruption?
What is the main cause of a volcanic eruption?
Which gases are commonly released during a volcanic eruption?
Which gases are commonly released during a volcanic eruption?
What happens when magma heat and pressure reach the breaking point?
What happens when magma heat and pressure reach the breaking point?
How can inhaling carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide from volcanic eruptions affect animals and humans?
How can inhaling carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide from volcanic eruptions affect animals and humans?
Why are volcanic gases first brought to the surface as they are dissolved in magma?
Why are volcanic gases first brought to the surface as they are dissolved in magma?
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