The viscosity of a magma is influenced by the amount of silica because __________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s)


Answer: Silica builds silicate chains early in the magma cooling history and the chains tend to resist flow

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Briefly describe how the Coriolis effect influences air movement

What will be an ideal response?

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What is the smallest ocean?

A. Arctic B. Southern C. Pacific D. Atlantic E. Indian

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What key characteristic marks the beginning stages of the collapse of a star?

A) The increase in temperature B) The depletion of carbon and oxygen C) The depletion of hydrogen D) The expulsion of energy

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