A zoomed-out view looking down on an advancing andesite lava flow (obscured
by the plumes). The yellow parts of the plume contain molten droplets of
sulfur; the white parts possibly other mineral particles (like alunite, an
aluminum-bearing sulfate). Image is about 2 meters across.
Image courtesy of Submarine Ring of Fire
2006 Exploration, NOAA Vents Program
Related Links
Submarine Ring of Fire 2006
Submarine Ring of Fire 2006: April 25 Log
NOAA Ocean Explorer Gallery
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