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How do scientists decide to classify a volcano as active, dormant, or extinct?

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Answer: One of the simplest ways to classify volcanoes is by their recent eruptive history and potential for future eruptions

Explanation: For this, scientist use the terms "active," "dormant," and "extinct."

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Answer: Active volcanoes have a recent history of eruptions; they are likely to erupt again. Dormant volcanoes have not erupted for a very long time but may erupt at a future time. Extinct volcanoes are not expected to erupt in the future.

Explanation: Volcanoes are classified as active, dormant, or extinct.

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