Asked by Yaneisy Acosta on Sep 30, 2024

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Scoria cones are composed primarily of:

A) ejected fragments of vesicular lava
B) blocky lava flows and lahar deposits
C) pahoehoe and/or a'a
D) volcanic ash

Vesicular Lava

Lava characterized by a rough, bubbly texture due to the escape of gases during solidification.

Scoria Cones

Volcanic cones made up of loose, dark-colored volcanic fragments called scoria, typically formed around vents of basaltic lava.

Volcanic Ash

Fine particles of rock and volcanic glass created by explosive volcanic eruptions.

  • Understand the diversity of materials expelled by volcanoes.
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Paulette Tanyeabout 12 hours ago
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Scoria cones, also known as cinder cones, are primarily composed of ejected fragments of vesicular lava, which are blasted out during small explosive eruptions. These fragments, known as scoria, are full of air bubbles (vesicles) formed by escaping gases.