The vast majority of lava out there falls into one of three types: mafic, intermediate, and felsic. They're also called basaltic, andesitic, and rhyolitic lavas, respectively. (There are other types, ...
USGS Geologist Hannah Dietterich joined Wake Up 2Day to discuss the latest details of the lava flow. Topics included the difference in lavas types and why this lava may be easier to clean off of the ...
The 2021 volcanic blast in the Canary Islands entombed more than 2,800 buildings in lava and ash. Now scientists are searching for clues to understand what made La Palma’s first eruption in 50 years ...