The eruption of El Chicon had a greater effect on global temperatures than the eruption of Mount Saint Helens despite being a smaller eruption. Which of the following best explains why?
W) El Chicon emitted much more sulfur dioxide
X) El Chicon deposited more heavy ash
Y) El Chicon was located more centrally in the hemisphere
Z) El Chicon was a more prolonged eruption
✔️Answer:W) EL CHICON EMITTED MUCH MORE SULFUR DIOXIDE
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