Which volcano in the Philippines erupted after remaining dormant for approximately six centuries?
Mount Pinatubo in the Philippines erupted in 1991 after being dormant for roughly 600 years. It was one of the largest volcanic eruptions of the 20th century. The eruption was so massive that the sulfur dioxide it released into the stratosphere caused a measurable drop in global temperatures for the following year. ANSWER: (B) Mount Pinatubo
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