What is the hottest temperature of lava

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The temperature of lava when it is first ejected from a volcanic vent can vary between 700 and 1,200 degrees C (1,300 to 2,200 F).

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Description: The temperature of lava when it is first ejected from a volcanic vent can vary between 700 and 1,200 degrees C (1,300 to 2,200 F).

Nov 20 2009, 02:47pm

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The temperature of lava flow is usually about 700° to 1,250° Celsius, which is 2,000° Fahrenheit.

May 25 2009, 11:12pm | Source: Lava | Scholastic.com | www2.scholastic.com

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