Tag: Volcanoes
How diamonds get to the surface of the earth – knowledge
As intensely as diamonds sparkle, their origin is often just as spectacular and mysterious. Originating at a depth of more than 120 kilometers in the earth’s mantle, the precious crystals…
Volcanoes: Iceland experiences third volcanic eruption in three years
volcanoes Iceland experiences third volcanic eruption in three years Glowing lava shoots up. photo © Finn Huwald/dpa After 2021 and 2022, in 2023, glowing lava will continue to gush on…
Volcanologist Ulla Lohmann: passion for lava
The photographer and volcano researcher Ulla Lohmann from Schäftlarn climbs up and into the Feuerberge. She is convinced: “The world would be better if everyone could experience a volcanic eruption.”…
Book recommendations in June: What should I read? – Culture
Spellcasting with shards Open detailed view Gabriel Breeding Bar: “The Magic of Destruction. What Pompeii Tells About Us”. Propylaea publishing house. 240 pages, 29 euros. (Photo: Propyläen Verlag) Gabriel Breeding…
Geosciences: Undersea volcanoes as CO₂ cemeteries
Extinct volcanoes on the ocean floor could store huge amounts of carbon dioxide, earth scientists have calculated. source site
Gulf of Naples: The super volcano stirs
Seven mistakes families make on vacation Hoping for a relaxing time on the campsite, choosing the destination for the child or wanting to stick to the rhythm: How parents spoil…
Once in a lifetime: On the Vesuvius – journey
Vesuvius near Naples is a mighty volcano, 1281 meters high, at 12,000 years old a youngster among his peers, a teenager with a double peak and yet so mild and…
Popocatépetl volcano: It never rests
The Popocatépetl has been active for almost 30 years. Especially at the moment. Numerous cities and villages in Mexico sink under a layer of ash. source site
Mexico: Vulcan Popocatépetl spits ash – flight cancellations and school closures – Panorama
The Popocatépetl, one of the most active volcanoes in Mexico, is very active again. The region is preparing for an evacuation. The Popocatépetl volcano in central Mexico continues to spew…
Mexico: Vulcan Popocatépetl spews ash again – panorama
The Popocatépetl, one of the most active volcanoes in Mexico, is very active again. The region is already preparing for an evacuation. The Popocatépetl volcano in central Mexico continues to…