Phrases with «mantle plume»

A "mantle plume" is a long, hot column of molten rock beneath the Earth's crust. It rises from deep within the Earth's mantle and can cause volcanic activity on the surface. Think of it like a superhot pipe that shoots up magma, leading to the formation of volcanoes. Full definition

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Sentences with «mantle plume»

Their findings further substantiate the critical role of mantle plumes in forming large igneous provinces. (sciencedaily.com)
Volcanic seamount chains such as Hawaii were created from magma produced near the surface by mantle plumes. (sciencedaily.com)
They slow down the seismic waves caused by earthquakes and may be the culprit for deep mantle plumes, which can lead to volcanic hotspots like those that created Yellowstone National Park or the Hawai'ian Islands. (scientificamerican.com)
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Phrases with «mantle plume»

Sentences with «mantle plume»

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