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A large volcanic eruption can produce a cloud of ash that can impact the world's climate for some time. A cloud of ash that blocked out the sun for four months would MOST LIKELY have which of these effects?

A) higher temperatures on Earth and increased rates of photosynthesis
B) large amounts of precipitation and flooding of coastal areas
C) lower temperatures and slower rates of plant growth
D) high rates of extinction among reptiles and amphibians

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The answer is C- lower temperatures and slower rates of plant growth
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Answer: C

Explanation: ash prevents sunlight from reaching the earths surface therefore lowering the temperature.

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