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← GeographyWhich risk sharply increases when pyroclastic density current encounters topography?
A)Flow reflection and resurge initiation✓
B)Increased atmospheric sulfur dioxide loading
C)Localized magnetic field disruptions occur
D)Accelerated rates of tectonic uplift
💡 Explanation
Flow reflection is increased because aerodynamic pressure concentrates at topographic deflectors triggering complex rebound behaviours, therefore resurge initiates with amplified kinetic energy rather than simple flow obstruction that dissipates laterally.
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