In which country of Europe is the active volcano of Vesuvius?

Italy

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Norway

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France

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Solution

The correct option is A Italy
Active volcanoes are those which constantly eject volcanic lavas, gases, ashes and fragmental materials. In Italy, the active volcano Vesuvius is located. There is the extremely violent expulsion of magma due to the enormous volume of explosive gases. Vesuvius volcano is formed due to the collision of an African and Eurasian plate.

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