Volcano Manifestations:
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What is a nuée ardente (pyroclastic flow)?
A hot, fast-moving cloud of ash and gases that flows down the volcano's side, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h.
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What is a lahar?
A volcanic mudflow caused by the combination of ash and water, very destructive.
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What are lava flows composed of?
Mafic and felsic lavas, with varying levels of destructiveness.
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What is ejecta in volcanic eruptions?
Fragments of rock and magma, including blocks, bombs, and lapilli, that can be lethal.
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