Why Do Pyroclastic Flows Always Have Higher Casualty Tolls Than

question 74

Multiple Choice

Why do pyroclastic flows always have higher casualty tolls than lava flows?

• A) Pyroclasic flows are much hotter.
• B) Lava flows are better predicted.
• C) Pyroclastic flows occur more often.
• D) Pyclastic flows move at velocities exceeding 100 km/hr.

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