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Types of volcanic eruptions explained

Types of volcanic eruptions explained
Types of volcanic eruptions explained
Learn about the different kinds of volcanic eruptions.
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  • Types of volcanic eruptions explained
    Types of volcanic eruptions explained
  • Behold magma eruptions from Earth's core ushering lava rivers down Kilauea in Hawaii
    Behold magma eruptions from Earth's core ushering lava rivers down Kilauea in Hawaii
  • Learn through an animation about the formation of the volcanic island chains like Hawaii and Samoa
    Learn through an animation about the formation of the volcanic island chains like Hawaii and Samoa
  • Study how magma erupts as lava and turns into pumice or hardens to form a shield volcano
    Study how magma erupts as lava and turns into pumice or hardens to form a shield volcano
  • Learn about the volcanic collapse of Mount Mazama and Crater Lake caldera formation in Cascade Range
    Learn about the volcanic collapse of Mount Mazama and Crater Lake caldera formation in Cascade Range
  • Solving the mystery of Selinus's destruction
    Solving the mystery of Selinus's destruction
  • View original footage of Paricutín's nine-year volcanic eruption and the devastation experienced by surrounding communities
    View original footage of Paricutín's nine-year volcanic eruption and the devastation experienced by surrounding communities
  • What it's like to visit an active volcano
    What it's like to visit an active volcano
  • How and where does magma form on Earth?
    How and where does magma form on Earth?
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