Rhyolite is typically found in volcanic arcs. It is over 68% silicon dioxide. This high silica concentrate is responsible for the viscosity of the Rhyolite. Grain size is typically fine to very fine. The high silica content of rhyolite creates a high viscosity lava. Eruptions of rhyolite can be highly explosive due to the spontaneous release of large amounts of trapped gases.
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