SSC CGL Official PYQGeneral Awareness12 Sep 2025 (Shift 1)
Q.
Which type of volcanic eruption is characterized by the most explosive activity and high-viscosity lava?
A
a) Hawaiian
B
b) Strombolian
C
c) Plinian
D
d) Icelandic
Correct Answer: Option C)
Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Plinian eruptions are the most powerful and explosive volcanic eruptions, sending massive ash columns into the stratosphere, typical of high-viscosity dacite or rhyolite magmas.