Sentences with phrase «by a lava explosion»

[5] Rather, they can be formed by a lava explosion from a bottled up volcano, (the explosion leaving a shallow caldera), or the ceiling over a void may not be solid enough to prevent the collapse of the overlying material.

Not exact matches

The explosions threw up little splashes of lava, which hardened, rained down and were swept off by the flow.

But scientists have not understood which noises are associated with different kinds of eruptions: One type created by the slow release and bursting of large lava bubbles, and aother type created by a quick explosion of gas bubbles.

The flawless silhouette of Arenal Volcano, its loud rumblings and frequent explosions of lava and ash should not be missed by any visitor to Costa Rica.

Daphne is a volcanic tuff cone, formed by successive explosions produced by the mixture of lava and water.

For 42 years, Arenal Volcano was Costa Rica's most active volcano with flowing lava and explosions that attracted tourists by the tens of thousands from all over the world.