When comparing the characteristics of common magmas or lavas, ____
a. ?rhyolite has the lowest water content
b. ?andesite has the lowest viscosity
c. ?basalt has the highest silicate content
d. ?rhyolite has the highest viscosity
e. ?basalt has the lowest temperature
ANSWER: d
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