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Basaltic magma is the _______ type of magma.

a. coolest
b. least explosive
c. most explosive
d. hottest

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b. least explosive Basaltic magma contains low amounts of silica (less than 52% by weight. The low silica content also means it has a low viscosity meaning it is more fluid allowing it to flow away from a vent or point which is breaches the earths surface. This quality allows gases to escape easily which prevents build up of explosive gases.
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