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What is tephra?
Quick Answer
Tephra is the general term for volcanic material blasted into the air during an eruption. It includes ash, lapilli and volcanic bombs or blocks.
The Full Story
Tephra refers to all fragmented material ejected explosively from a volcano, regardless of size. Fine ash can travel thousands of kilometers, while larger pieces fall closer to the vent. The layers tephra leaves behind are useful for dating eruptions and studying past volcanic activity. Distinctive tephra deposits have been found in many famous eruptions, including Mount St. Helens in 1980.
Key Facts
1.Includes ash, lapilli and volcanic bombs
2.Ash can travel thousands of kilometers
3.Used to date and correlate eruptions
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