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A recent study reveals that gas bubbles controlled the speed and distance of lava flows during the 2018 Kīlauea eruption, with lava near the source being composed of nearly 80% gas bubbles.
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Kīlauea
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What
A recent study reveals that gas bubbles controlled the speed and distance of lava flows during the 2018 Kīlauea eruption, with lava near the source being composed of nearly 80% gas bubbles.
When
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 16:20:03 GMT · 7h 31m ago
Where
Kīlauea ·
Why
Gas bubbles within the lava significantly influenced its rheology and transport dynamics.
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How this affects you
Lava flow models require adjustments to incorporate bubble content for more accurate forecasting of lava flow termination points.
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