Question

What is the distinction between magma and lava​

Answer 1

Answer:

Scientists use the term magma for molten rock that is underground and lava for molten rock that breaks through the Earth's surface.

Answer 2

Answer:Scientists use the term magma for molten rock that is underground and lava for molten rock that breaks through the Earth's surface.

Explanation:

Magma is composed of molten rock and is stored in the Earth's crust. Lava is magma that reaches the surface of our planet through a volcano vent. As they are both molten rock that emerges from below the Earth, it can get confusing identifying one from the other.