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Posted on January 23, 2017 I think of volcanoes erupting over a matter of minutes or hours – not for the better part of a year! But that's because I think of volcanic eruptions as violent explosive outbursts of lava and gas and steam. Mauna Loa, in Hawaii, is the largest volcano on the planet partly because its lava tends to be silica poor, and therefore the lava eruptions tend to be very fluid, non-explosive, gentler and slower-moving than many other volcano's eruptions, although often…

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Kilauea acts as a pressure-relief valve for Mauna Loa, and vice versa, according to a model suggesting the volcanoes connect deep underground.

Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, often simply referred to as Volcanoes National Park, is a world-renowned natural treasure located on the Big Island of Hawaii. This extraordinary park is celebrated for its captivating volcanic landscapes, unique ecosystems, and cultural significance. It offers visitors a glimpse into the dynamic geological processes that have shaped the Hawaiian Islands for millions of years, making it one of the most remarkable national parks in the United States.

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Lava fountaining at fissure eruption near Pu'u O'o in the east rift zone of Kilauea volcano, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.