Which outcome regarding silica content results when fractional crystallization modifies magma flows?

💡 Explanation

Felsic melts increase with fractional crystallization because Bowen's Reaction Series removes mafic minerals preferentially; therefore, a lava flow's viscosity increases, rather than experiencing an equilibrium state found between mafic and felsic conditions.

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