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The city of Pompeii in Italy was distroyed by natural disaster in 79 AD. It was discovered in a remarkable well-preserved shape because of the way it was destroyed. What destroyed the city of Pompeii?
The city of Pompeii in Italy was distroyed by natural disaster in 79 AD. It was discovered in a remarkable well-preserved shape because of the way it was destroyed. What destroyed the city of Pompeii?
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The correct option is B Volcanic Eruption
- In 79 AD, a deadly eruption of Mount Vesuvius destroyed the city of Pompeii and buried the city under 13 to 20 feet of volcanic ash and pumice.
- Until the 18th century, the city remained buried by this dust, leaving it untouched and unseen for nearly 1,700 years.
- In 79 AD, a deadly eruption of Mount Vesuvius destroyed the city of Pompeii and buried the city under 13 to 20 feet of volcanic ash and pumice.
- Until the 18th century, the city remained buried by this dust, leaving it untouched and unseen for nearly 1,700 years.
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