Question

question 26
pillow lavas are most commonly associated with _______.
○ submarine rhyolitic eruptions
○ subaerial basaltic eruptions
○ submarine basaltic eruptions
○ subaerial rhyolitic eruptions

Explanation:

Pillow lavas form when lava erupts underwater (submarine). Basaltic lava is most commonly involved in the formation of pillow - lavas due to its relatively low viscosity allowing it to flow and form the characteristic pillow - like structures under water.

Answer:

C. submarine basaltic eruptions