Why is topographic monitoring sometimes useful in forecasting a volcanic eruption?
A) A volcano sometimes swells as lava moves into the edifice.
B) Volcanic eruption is more likely as an area undergoes tectonic uplift.
C) Seismic activity occurs as the volcano rises.
D) Topographic monitoring reveals the likelihood of lahar generation.
A
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