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- the molten rock that erupts onto the surface of the earth is called (4 points)
○ lava
○ magma
○ tar
○ liquid
- magma contains (4 points)
○ metals and oils
○ organic compounds
○ water, dissolved gases, and molten materials
○ none of the above
Brief Explanations
- Molten rock beneath the Earth's surface is magma. When it erupts onto the surface, it is called lava. Tar and liquid are not the correct terms for this.
- Magma is a mixture that contains water, dissolved gases (such as sulfur - dioxide, carbon - dioxide etc.), and molten materials like silicates. It does not mainly consist of metals and oils or just organic compounds.
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