Sentences with phrase «volcanic craters with»

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Volcanic craters are plentiful, however, with more than 425 of them occupying about 2.5 % of the moon's surface.

Or are they lava flows from volcanic activity that had nothing to do with the impact craters?

They are built by fragments (called ejecta) thrown up (ejected) from a volcanic vent, piling up around the vent in the shape of a cone with a central crater.

These observations may have a bearing on the coincidence of volcanic events with suspected meteor craters that were the subject of Matt Kaplan's recent article (5 June, p 38).

Near the base of Diamond Head — the extinct volcanic crater about three miles west of Waikiki — a steady stream of surfers and hikers make their way down a paved hillside path leading to a gorgeous shoreline, occasionally dotted (discretely) with one of the area's multi-million dollar mansions.

Visiting the Azores means getting in touch with nature, seeing gorgeous volcanic landscapes with glistening lakes at the bottom of green - lined calderas, dangerous peaks that fall into the sea, intriguing caves that hide surprising secrets, lava tunnels that lead deep into the heart of the earth and awe - inspiring mountain trails that guide you to otherworldly craters.

One of the best places to visit in Maui is Molokini, a half - submerged volcanic crater teeming with life a few miles offshore.

Come along to explore the island's rugged landscapes with stunning volcanic craters, deep caves, large lava fields and a variety of thermal waters and hot springs, to see the famous Snæfellsjökull volcano, the setting of Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth, and, of course, to experience the surf of a lifetime!

The mountain's volcanic activity has continued, with records showing nearly 180 tremors and a widened crater fracture as of Thursday.

Based on volcanology data, the volcano's eruption was quite huge, with an amplitude level of 52 dB and a volcanic ash altitude of more than 2,000 meters above the crater,» said NTB Disaster Mitigation Agency (BPBD) head Muhammad Rum on Tuesday.

This is completely worth it though, at the top you are rewarded with views of Segara Anak crater lake, an oval - shaped caldera filled with the bluest volcanic water you've ever seen.

In one of Iceland's most beautiful areas and with volcanic craters throughout the lake, it is teeming with bird life and is known for its geothermal activity.

A tour of the Pueblos Blancos culminates with sunset over the Masaya volcanic crater.

Highlights of the new itinerary include snorkeling at Molokini's undersea volcanic crater, a night snorkel with Giant Pacific Manta Rays, watching whales and dolphins and guided hikes exploring scenic areas on all four islands.

The views from the top are spectacular and visitors are rewarded for the climb with a unique vantage point over the volcanic craters below.

Located in the summit area, the interior of the crater is dotted with numerous volcanic features, including large cinder cones, and can be accessed by two main trails.

The area south - west of the summit has interesting volcanic features with smoking craters, bright yellow sulphur deposits and steep slopes of fine black sand.

The lava tubes are set high in the savannah with its wide variety of bush life, volcanic craters and vast cattle properties.

Visit High Andes habitats and see volcanic mountains painted with verdant forests and aquamarine crater lakes.

In addition to the impressive lava tubes, the island's volcanic geology also birthed «The Twins», or Los Gemelos, a pair of collapsed magma chambers forming rocky craters lined with lush greenery and offering awe - inspiring views.

Make your way north of the coast on the Kanawinka Geotrail and explore the lush green farmland peppered with volcanic lakes and craters.

After this the images below appeared and Ancel wrote that some of the places the team has been looking at include «Secret Pirate lairs on asteroids; spaceports; dormant volcanic craters; Black markets in city slums; Treacherous mining operations; Lush valleys with sacred temples; and Legendary treasures hidden in uncharted territories across space.»

They brought to mind the huge, clunky ashtrays of Sterling Ruby in the Whitney Biennial 2014, in which massive ceramic ashtrays become a grand volcanic crater consuming kiln furniture and glowing with vibrant layers of rich glaze.