Volcanic eruptions can lead to the loss of lives. This may be by flowing lava , the hot ashes, dust or by poisonous gases which are emitted.
- The eruptions may also cause destruction of property.
- Some volcanic materials like ashes and granite lead to the development of very infertile soil.
- The rugged landscape in volcanic areas discourages human activities like agriculture and settlement.
- Volcanic features like mountains are obstacles to development of transport and communication.
- Volcanic mountains create shadow effect on leeward sides leading to aridity. (Mark only the first four. Incomplete explanations do not score fully
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