The Silica Content of Magma Greatly Affects Its Viscosity

question 67

Multiple Choice

The silica content of magma greatly affects its viscosity.Magma with a high silica content has a

• A)high viscosity and flows quickly.
• B)high viscosity and flows slowly.
• C)low viscosity and flows quickly.
• D)low viscosity and flows slowly.

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