Environmental
What is a 'lava zone' designation in Hawaii and what are the six original lava zones?
AA. Hawaii has 3 lava zones; Zones 1-3 represent increasing risk
BB. Hawaii has 9 lava zones (1-9); Zone 1 has the highest risk (active rift zones), Zone 9 has the lowest (older, less susceptible terrain); primarily on Hawaii Island✓ Correct
CC. Lava zones are designations only on the Big Island and Maui
DD. There are only 2 lava zones: active and inactive
Explanation
Hawaii (primarily Hawaii Island/Big Island) has 9 lava zones. Zone 1 is the highest risk area (active rift zones and summit areas); Zone 9 is the lowest risk.
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