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How is volcanic ash made?

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Volcanic ash is what's left after a volcano literally blows its top. Learn how volcanic ash can devastate everything under its gray blanket.

Could a single volcanic eruption destroy all life on Earth?

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The question about supervolcanoes, it turns out, isn't whether one could destroy all life on Earth. It's when will it do it again. Wait, what?

1816 Was the Year Without a Summer

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More than two centuries ago, the biggest volcanic explosion in human history occurred. And it had far-reaching effects.

What's a Subduction Zone? Everyone in the Pacific NW Should Know

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A subduction zone can shake things up — literally. These geological features are responsible for some of the most intense earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and tsunamis.

Lava Isn't the Only Dangerous Aspect of Volcanoes

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Ash flows, deadly gases and vog are just a few of the other reasons why we all need to respect volcanoes.

Perlite: It's Like Popcorn for Your Potting Soil!

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Those white beads you see in potting soil are made of a volcanic glass called perlite. And that's not the only place you'll see this versatile material.

Centuries of Volcano Death Statistics, Newly Analyzed for Your Reading Pleasure

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New research digs into historic volcano fatalities to explore how, where and whom a volcano is most likely to kill.

How Volcanoes Work

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Volcanoes are some of nature's most awe-inspiring displays, with everything from exploding mountaintops to rivers of lava. Learn how all the different types of volcanoes work.

What Are Geodes and Where Can You Find Them?

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Imagine walking through a dusty, arid landscape when you stumble upon a seemingly ordinary rock. Its rough exterior might not catch the eye, but what lies within surely will. Geodes are one of nature's most spectacular treasures, offering a glimpse into the geological processes that shape our Earth.

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