Kilauea's 2018 eruption shows how a volcano can act like a Stomp Rocket toy.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Wei-Haas, Maya 3 of 3

Abstract

In 2018, Kilauea, a volcano on Hawaii's Big Island, experienced its largest eruption in centuries. As the volcano erupted, it also produced rare explosive blasts that sent ash and gas into the sky. A team of earth scientists has analyzed these explosions and determined that they occurred as the mountain collapsed on itself, similar to a toy called a Stomp Rocket. This mechanism is different from other eruptions and studying it is important for understanding the hazards of Kilauea. The research suggests that similar volcanic Stomp Rockets may occur at other volcanoes as well. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2024/05, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Geology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:177512628
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