The Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI)is Intended to Do What

question 51

Multiple Choice

The volcanic explosivity index (VEI) is intended to do what?

• A) describe the frequency of volcanoes
• B) be used to forecast eruptions
• C) prevent fatalities and property damage
• D) document the size of eruptions
• E) encourage people not to live near active volcanoes

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Definitions:

Nearsighted

A common vision condition, also known as myopia, where distant objects appear blurry while close objects are seen clearly.

Farsighted

A vision condition, also known as hyperopia, where distant objects are seen more clearly than near objects.

Eyeball

The organ of sight in humans and animals, allowing for vision through the process of light detection.

Rods

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that function in low light and are responsible for black-and-white vision.