What is a hyper eruption, as described in the video?

Impact of Hyper Eruption Events

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A massive volcanic explosion larger than any recorded
A small volcanic eruption
A type of earthquake
A meteor impact event
2.
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How far did the shockwave from the hyper eruption travel?
400 miles
260 miles
500 miles
100 miles
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What natural formations were destroyed in Arches National Park due to the seismic shock?
Sandstone arches
Forests
Rivers
Mountains
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the global reaction to the hyper eruption event?
It was considered a hoax initially
It was seen as a minor event
It was celebrated as a natural wonder
It was ignored by the media
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How high did the mushroom cloud from the eruption reach?
20 miles
10 miles
50 miles
100 miles
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What phenomenon was created in Lake Yellowstone due to the eruption?
A whirlpool
A flood
A tsunami
A drought
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How long did it take for the sound of the eruption to reach Salt Lake City?
22 minutes
10 minutes
30 minutes
5 minutes
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