- Volcanic eruptions can be classified into two types: explosive eruptions and effusive eruptions1.Explosive eruptions are characterized by gas-driven explosions that propel magma and tephra1.Effusive eruptions, on the other hand, are characterized by the outpouring of lava without significant explosive eruption1.The explosivity of an eruption depends on the composition of the magma. If magma is thin and runny, gases can escape easily from it. When this type of magma erupts, it flows out of the volcano2.Learn more:✕This summary was generated using AI based on multiple online sources. To view the original source information, use the "Learn more" links.There are two types of eruptions in terms of activity, explosive eruptions and effusive eruptions. Explosive eruptions are characterized by gas-driven explosions that propels magma and tephra. Effusive eruptions, meanwhile, are characterized by the outpouring of lava without significant explosive eruption.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Types_of_volcanic_eruptionsMagma that has erupted is called lava. Some volcanic eruptions are explosive and others are not. The explosivity of an eruption depends on the composition of the magma. If magma is thin and runny, gases can escape easily from it. When this type of magma erupts, it flows out of the volcano.www.usgs.gov/faqs/how-do-volcanoes-erupt
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