Sentences with phrase «with volcanic lava»

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The extinction at the end of the Permian is thought to have been caused by volcanic eruptions in Siberia over hundreds of thousands if not a million years that produced what are known today as the Siberian Traps: lava fields covering much of northern Russia and originally encompassing nearly 3 million square miles with an average thickness of about 1,000 feet.

Now the probe will take a closer view, hopefully finding clues to the violent volcanic eruptions that apparently flooded the basin with lava, creating the smooth inner plains less than 2 billion years ago.

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

After puzzling it over and practically wallpapering his house with seafloor topography and magnetic field maps, in 1993 Klimley hypothesized that somehow their oblong - shaped heads can sense tiny changes in the magnetic lines created by volcanic lava flows.

One is the Siberian Traps, a million - year - long volcanic eruption that flooded five time zones of Russia with basalt lava more than a mile deep.

According to Konhauser, this «nickel famine» coincided with the cooling of the earth's mantle, which curtailed volcanic eruptions of nickel - rich lava.

The team found that the eruption history of the Havre volcano was much more complicated than they previously thought, with the most recent eruption alone consisting of lava from 14 volcanic vent sites between 900 and 1220 meters (3000 and 4000 feet) below the surface.

Working with Head, Marchant, and Lionel Wilson from the Lancaster Environmental Centre in the U.K., Scanlon looked for evidence that hot volcanic lava may have flowed in the region the same time that the glacier was present.

The pressure of the ice sheet constrains the lava flow, and glacial meltwater chills the erupting lava into fragments of volcanic glass, forming mounds and ridges with steep sides and flat tops.

Fire fountains — dramatic, explosive volcanic eruptions — require volatile elements mixed in with lava.

Major sources, such as episodes of exceptional volcanic activity, covered near - continental sized areas with lavas and tuffs, thus leaving their calling - cards behind for geologists to examine.

Zeolite, one of the few negatively charged minerals, is formed naturally when volcanic lava reacts with salt water.

Clinoptilolite is formed when volcanic molten lava comes in contact with seawater.

Black Obsidian is formed from volcanic lava coming in contact with earth & water, so it possess an almost perfect balance of yin & yang energies making it an energetically perfect stone for the Jade Egg practice.

Surely, they could've spent an extra hundred million for a volcanic eruption sequence where Christian and Anastasia get buried in molten lava while playing with vibrators in their torture room.

The «uncruise Hawaii» itinerary also sees us snorkeling with green sea turtles off Maui and ogling sea caves and lava tubes on a high - speed Zodiac ride along the Big Island's volcanic coast.

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.

Volcanic eruptions created this surreal moonscape: the lava flows formed tuff rock, which wind and rain sculpted into sinuous valleys with curvy cliff faces and pointy fairy chimneys.

Kona is the very special coffee grown on the dark volcanic lava rock slopes of Kona, with enviable consistent quality.

Venture into the ice tunnels of Langjökull glacier with an expert guide, and encounter intriguing volcanic landscapes, from gurgling mud pots to curious lava towers.

With the pervasiveness of smoke, volcanic ash gets everywhere, and is comprised of tiny jagged pieces of glass (pulverized lava), laced with sulphur and cyanWith the pervasiveness of smoke, volcanic ash gets everywhere, and is comprised of tiny jagged pieces of glass (pulverized lava), laced with sulphur and cyanwith sulphur and cyanide.

This Big Island boat tour reveals panoramic views of Big Island Volcanoes (Kilauea, Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa), Volcanic Black Sand Beaches, Unique Lava Tubes, Pristine Marine Life, Historic Lavascapes, Lush Junglescapes while cruising along the Historical Kalapana coast filled with scenic beauty.Experience the Big Island of Hawaii's volcanoc coastline on board a world class catamarran.

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!

Together with fields from other fissures they make up the Lava Beds of Idaho, which in turn are in the much larger Snake River Plain volcanic province.

On Hawaii's Big Island, the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai at Historic Ka'upulehu is an intimate isolated resort spread among low - rise bungalows just steps from crystalline Pacific waters and a volcanic rock coast with black lava outcroppings.

With its surreal landscape made up of over 300 volcanic cones, palm - fringed beaches and jet black lava fields, the lure of Lanzarote is hard to resist.

You'll also enjoy the classic Galapagos highlights, like a visit to the wild tortoises farm and volcanic lava tunnels, with ample time to explore beautiful and fascinating beaches as well as the pockets of interesting animal populations that make the Galapagos unique.

The two pyramidal cones, covered with thick tropical vegetation, were formed by lava from a volcanic eruption 30 to 40 million years ago.

Imbued with a charismatic rustic elegance, rich textures are revealed in volcanic lava stone, recycled ironwood pillars, and a magnificent walled garden adorned with staghorn ferns, palms and tropical shrubs.

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

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.

As you enjoy the seductive 70» long crescent shaped volcanic lava stone infinity edged pool, the tranquility you feel is palpable as you become one with the water and sea.

The sea floor is volcanic and the geothermal activity is on - going with lava tubes on the sea floor rising like chimneys.

A puzzle game with pleasant, sojourn aesthetics, TwoDots took players to volcanic peaks and icy depths, battling lava and thawing matching dabs of color.

The terrain is volcanic with lava all around providing a great glimpse into another part of the world Kratos will explore in Ghost of Sparta and another example of the breathtaking art found in the game.

Once it became apparent that the 1999 seismic swarm at 85E on the Gakkel Ridge was associated with large volcanic explosions, and that the jets of hot gas and molten lava may have reached upwards well into the overlying water column, I began to search for satellite imagery of the region to see if there was any direct evidence that the overlying ice had been affected.

Major sources, such as episodes of exceptional volcanic activity, covered near - continental sized areas with lavas and tuffs, thus leaving their calling - cards behind for geologists to examine.

Heathfield & Co's Verdi table lamp is made from blown glass with volcanic frit, lava and marble textures that create a unique patina, while its smooth curvaceous shape makes a stunning silhouette.