Explain How Basalt Turned into Andesitic- and Granitic-Based Volcanoes and Plutons

question 52

Essay

Explain how basalt turned into andesitic- and granitic-based volcanoes and plutons in the Andes at its subduction zone.

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Lower Partial Standard Deviation

A measure of the risk of negative asset returns, focusing only on the volatility of returns that fall below the average.

Extremely Negative Returns

Refers to significantly below-average returns on investments, often resulting in substantial losses.

Value At Risk

A financial metric used to estimate the potential loss in value of a portfolio over a defined period for a given confidence interval.

Extreme Negative Returns

Significantly below-average returns, often considered outliers, that can severely impact an investment's overall performance.