Biology

The correct answer is: B.Destruction of vegetation and soil loss

Volcanic eruptions typically cause significant destruction of surrounding vegetation through lava flows, pyroclastic flows, and ash deposition. The intense heat and the fallout of ash can kill plants, and the eruption can lead to soil loss through erosion when vegetation is removed. While volcanic ash can eventually contribute to fertile soil over time, the immediate ecological consequence is the destruction of existing vegetation and the loss of soil, which hampers plant growth in the short term.

Here's why the other options are not correct:
A. Immediate plant growth due to increased soil fertility: While volca...