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Which of the following is most likely to result in an effusive eruption?

1) highly viscous magma
2) magma with a high silica composition
3) magma with a low silica composition
4) rhyolitic magma

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Final answer:

Effusive eruptions occur with magma that has a low silica composition due to its lower viscosity, allowing for a gentle flow.

Step-by-step explanation:

An effusive eruption is most likely to result from magma with a low silica composition. High viscosity and high silica content, characteristics of rhyolitic magma, lead to more explosive eruptions, as the magma is thicker and has a harder time flowing. In contrast, magma with low silica content, such as basalt, has lower viscosity, allowing it to flow more easily and result in an effusive eruption.

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