The volcanoes of Hawaii form from thin, basaltic magma that tends to erupt quietly. What is one reason for the quiet eruptions?
A. Basaltic magma allows dissolved gases to bubble upward and escape.
B. Basaltic magma traps dissolved gases until the eruption.
C. Basaltic magma is very viscous, especially at high temperatures.
D. Basaltic magma is rich in silica, a mineral that releases gases.
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