In which country did the Klyuchevskaya Sopka Volcano recently erupt, causing school closures in its vicinity?
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Correct Answer :
A. Russia
The Klyuchevskaya Sopka Volcano erupted in Kamchatka, Russia, forcing school closures. This marked its third eruption in 2023, with ash reaching 13 km into the sky.
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