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volcanology
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Zircon Crystals Indicate Extinct Volcanoes May Still Develop Underground
Researchers analyzed zircon crystals from a Greek volcano, revealing ongoing magma activity during periods of surface quiescence. The findings suggest that some volcanoes classified as extinct could remain active beneath the surface. This could influence how scientists evaluate e…
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Research Reveals Long Dormancy Period for Active Volcano Methana in Greece
New research has found that the active volcano Methana near Athens, Greece, experienced a dormancy period of nearly 110,000 years. This discovery challenges traditional distinctions between volcanic dormancy and extinction. The findings were reported by @ScienceMagazine.
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