Used in geology or vulcanology to describe natural processes involving heat and magma. Eruptive events shape the landscapes we see today.
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Not Always Negative
'Eruptive' might imply a destructive event but can be neutral, relating to any release of energy or matter. The eruptive discharge of steam was consistent.
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Intensity Indicator
Highlights the intensity of an eruption but not necessarily the size or duration. The mountain's eruptive phase was short but intense.