Which mechanism accelerates the formation of 'a'ā lava flows?

💡 Explanation

Radiative heat loss causes faster cooling at the surface, and leads to increased viscosity through the process of crystal nucleation; therefore the ‘a’ā lava forms a rough, blocky surface, because heat loss doesn’t allow for smoother pahoehoe formation.

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