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What kind of eruption is likely to occur in a volcano having magma that is low in silica

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A slow eruption is likely to occur in a volcano having magma that is low in silica.

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The magma flows out at a slow speed and with ease when the content of Silica is very low in it. The consistency of magma is made up of oxygen and silicon. On the other hand, if the content of silica is very high in the magma, the volcano erupts very explosively. Hence, it is to be noted that the amount and content of silica in the magma determine the flow of the magma.

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A volcano erupts quietly if it's magma is low on silica. Low silica magma will be very thin, runny, and will flow easily, so the gases in the magma will bubble out gently. Hope this helps!:)
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