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Volcanoes

Question 2 • DRHS GA-GSE Earth Systems

A volcano that has not erupted in a very long time suddenly has a plume of steam coming from it. Which best describes this volcano?

Answer
A
was dormant and is now active
B
was quiet and is now active
C
was extinct and is now explosive
D
was dormant and is now explosive

Explanation

A dormant volcano has not erupted for a long time but may erupt again. A new plume of steam is a sign of volcanic activity, so it is best described as having been dormant and now active. Steam alone does not show that the volcano is explosive.

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