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"Magma"

Magma is a molten rock found beneath the Earth's surface. It forms when high temperatures melt rock in the mantle or crust. When magma rises to the surface, it can erupt from volcanoes as lava. During its journey, magma can cool and solidify, forming various types of igneous rocks. The composition of magma can vary, influencing the type of volcanic eruptions and the rocks produced. It plays a crucial role in the rock cycle and is essential for understanding geological processes and the formation of our planet’s landscape.