In which year did Mount Vesuvius erupt, burying Pompeii?
79 AD
45 AD
120 AD
27 BC
Answer
Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, burying the ancient Roman city of Pompeii under 4 to 6 meters of volcanic ash and pumice. This catastrophic event preserved the city, providing a unique snapshot of Roman life at that time.
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