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why does magma rise to the surface?
it is lighter than rock
it is heavier than rock
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Magma is less dense (lighter) than the surrounding rock. According to the principle of buoyancy, less - dense substances rise above more - dense substances. So, magma rises because it is lighter than rock.
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It is lighter than rock