What is an effect of a volcano with Rhyolitc magma?

A) Rhyolitic magma has low gas content; volcanoes with this type of magma erupt gently.
B) Rhylotic magma has low viscosity; volcanoes with this type of magma erupt more often.
C) Rhyolitic magma has high gas content; volcanoes with this type of magma erupt violently.
D) Rhyolitic magma has low gas content; volcanoes with this type of magma erupt less often.


Answer: C

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