Topic
Geochemistry
2 questions tagged Geochemistry — spanning every one of the seven Ws.
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How do volcanic gases help power eruptions and shape their danger?
Dissolved gases such as water vapor, carbon dioxide, and sulfur dioxide expand as magma rises and pressure drops. The escaping gas can drive explosive eruptions and create hazardous air pollution.
VolcanoesGeochemistry
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What is a cold seep?
A cold seep is an area of the seafloor where hydrocarbon-rich fluids, usually methane or hydrogen sulfide, slowly escape at low temperatures.
OceanGeochemistry