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Secondary I • 29d

what is the difference between magma and lava.

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      avatarAnthony Bteacher check
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      Hi SkillfulDiamond9481,

      Thanks for your question!

      The difference between magma and lava lies in their locations.

      Magma is found within the magma chamber beneath the lithosphere at the centre of the volcano.

      When the magma is expelled outside the volcano, it becomes lava. Some gases escape the magma as it exits the volcano.

      You can learn more about this topic in the following concept sheet :

      https://www.alloprof.qc.ca/en/students/vl/sciences/volcanoes-s1377

      I hope that helps, feel free to write us again if you any other questions !

      Anthony B.

    Québec RioTinto Desjardins Pathy TROTTIER OTHER
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