General Knowledge MCQ #2012

Volcanic eruptions occur due to ___________.

General Knowledge MCQ #2012

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Volcanic eruptions occur due to ___________.

    • A) Excessive heat inside the Earth
    • B) Pressure in the batholith
    • C) Lateral displacement of plates
    • D) Conversion of rocks in the deeper layers of Earth's crust to a molten state of

    Answer: Conversion of rocks in the deeper layers of Earth's crust to a molten state of

    Explanation: Volcanic eruptions occur when rocks in the deeper layers of the Earth's crust are converted to magma (molten state) due to extreme heat and pressure, which then rises through vents to the surface.