Which factor is the primary cause of eruption style variations among stratovolcanoes along subduction zones?

💡 Explanation

Eruption styles in stratovolcanoes vary because of differences in the magmatic composition that affects viscosity, controlling gas escape and eruption explosivity. Therefore magma silica content and viscosity is the primary driver, rather than mantle plume proximity, crustal thickness variations, or minor atmospheric effects.

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