Which Natural Phenomenon Occurs for Several Years After Major Explosive

question 150

Multiple Choice

Which natural phenomenon occurs for several years after major explosive volcanic eruptions such as Tambora and Krakatoa?

• A)heavy falls of volcanic ash within 100 kilometres of the volcano
• B)unusually warm weather in the tropics and subtropics
• C)a worldwide rise in sea level of one to three centimetres
• D)volcanic gases linger in the atmosphere

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