Explosive Eruption Dynamics
Volcanic eruptions are fascinating geological
phenomena. These pages explore some of the physical aspects of
explosive eruptions, particularly Plinian eruptions.
Table of Contents
Volcanology Background
Petrology of Volcanic
Rocks
Magma Rising to the
Surface
Gas Thrust Regime
Buoyant Regime
Non-Buoyant Regime
Neutral Buoyancy
and Lateral Spreading of Plume
Sedimentation
References
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