Lava Collection (#56)

Molten pahoehoe lava flowing into the ocean
Lava flow. Dribble of molten pahoehoe lava flowing into the ocean at the Hawaiian coast. This lava flow originated from the Kilauea volcano, which is one of the worlds most active

Molten pahoehoe lava spilling from a lava tube
Pahoehoe lava. Molten pahoehoe lava flowing from a lava tube (upper right). Pahoehoe is a thick lava which may flow at speeds of up to 50 kilometres per hour

Lava cascades flowing into a lake of molten rock

Lunar map. Map showing the near and far side of the Moon based on data obtained by unmanned US space probes that orbited the Moon in the early 21st Century

Earth layers, artwork
Earth layers. Cutaway computer artwork showing the layers that make up the structure of the Earth and the movement (arrows) of molten lava within them

Exoplanet COROT-7b, artwork
Planet from hell Corot-7b. As one can tell from this artists rendition, Corot-7b is about the last planet any spacefarer would want to visit

Tectonic plate boundaries, artwork
Tectonic plate boundaries. Artwork showing two types of boundary associated with the formation and destruction of an oceanic section of a tectonic plate

Subduction zone processes. Cutaway artwork showing the geological processes that occur at a subduction zone between two tectonic plates

Rock formation and erosion cycle. Cutaway artwork showing the cycle by which rocks are formed and eroded. At top, volcanic activity forms new rock on the Earths surface as molten rock (lava)

Spallanzanis volcano research. Historical artwork of the Italian biologist Lazzaro Spallanzani (1729-1799), carrying out pioneering research on the volcano Mount Etna

Lava flowing into ocean, Hawaii
Lava flowing into the Pacific Ocean

Mount Etna erupting, artwork. Mount Etna occupies the eastern part of the Italian island of Sicily. It is the largest volcano in Europe and one of the most active in the world

Crater of Vesuvius, 19th century artwork. Artwork from the 1886 ninth edition of Moses and Geology (Samuel Kinns, London). This book was originally published in 1882

Geothermal power in Iceland, artwork
Geothermal power in Iceland. Cutaway artwork showing the drilling of a borehole in Iceland to a depth of 5 kilometres to extract geothermal power

Geothermal power in the USA, artwork
Geothermal power in the USA. Cutaway artwork showing the drilling of a borehole in the USA to a depth of 6 kilometres to extract geothermal power

Saltwort (Batis maritima) in flower. This is a widespread tropical seashore plant. It is well-suited to growing on the coastal volcanic rocks found on the Galapagos Islands

Volcano section, 19th century artwork. Artwork from the 1886 ninth edition of Moses and Geology (Samuel Kinns, London). This book was originally published in 1882

Eruption of Etna, 19th century artwork. Artwork from the 1886 ninth edition of Moses and Geology (Samuel Kinns, London). This book was originally published in 1882

Underwater volcanic vents, artwork
Underwater volcanic vents. Artwork showing black and white smokers on the seabed above a volcanic fissure. Black smokers are geologically active seabed vents where magma (molten rock)

Volcanic blocks, Cerberus Palus, Mars. Coloured satellite image of disrupted terrain in Cerberus Palus, near the equator of Mars. This region is covered with ancient lava

Volcanic rock cavities. The deep holes in this granitic boulder, called Tafoni, are are formed when granular rock such as basalt or sandstone is eroded by the sea. Photographed in Corsica, France

Mount Etna volcano erupting
Mount Etna volcano crater erupting at night and throwing out pyroclastic material in the form of lava (molten rock). Seen behind it are clouds

Rocky coastline with lava rock columns jutting out of the ocean, Northern Madeira, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean, Europe

Lava rock columns thrusting upwards out the ocean floor, northern Madeira, Portugal, Atlantic Ocean, Europe

Vineyard on the lava, Biosphere Reserve, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, Europe

Lava field covered in green moss, South Iceland, Iceland, Polar Regions

Ecuador, Galapagos Islands, Sally Lightfoot Crab (Graspus graspus) scuttles across black lava rock on Floreana Island

Black Pine (Pinus nigra ssp. laricio) woods devastated by recent lava flows on the slopes of Mount Etna
ROG-13454 Black Pine - woods devastated by recent lava flows on the slopes of Mount Etna Sicily; April 2006. Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Mount Etna Violet (pansy), Viola aetnensis. On Mt. Etna, Sicily
ROG-13455 Mount Etna Violet (pansy), On Mt. Etna, Sicily Viola aetnensis Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Lava cactus (Brachycereus nesioticus) on lava, Floreana, Galapagos
ROG-12923 Lava cactus - on lava Floreana, Galapagos. Brachycereus nesioticus Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Kilauea Volcano - Hawaii - Big Island - USA - 1986 eruption of the Pu'u O'o Vent - Lava Fountain seen from a
FG-AJ-663 Kilauea Volcano Hawaii - Big Island - USA - 1986 eruption of the Pu'u O'o Vent - Lava Fountain seen from a helicopter Volcano Kilauea Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for

Hawaii Kilauea Volcano - home destroyed by lava flow
FG-5588 Hawaii Kilauea Volcano - home destroyed by lava flow Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Paricitin Volcano lava flow - Mexico
FG-5250 Paricitin Volcano lava flow Mexico Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

USA - Hawaii - Big Island - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Vegetation returns on a recent lava flow of the Kilauea
FG-BA-173 USA - Hawaii - Big Island - Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Vegetation returns on a recent lava flow of the Kilauea Volcano Kilauea Francois Gohier Please note that prints are for personal

USA - Hawaii - Big Island - Eruption of the Pu'u O'o Vent - a vent of the Kilauea volcano - the lava flow
FG-BK-998 USA - Hawaii - Big Island - Eruption of the Pu'u O'o Vent - a vent of the Kilauea volcano the lava flow reaches the Pacific Ocean - steam from boiling seawater reaches high into

Visitors to an active volcano - Higo, Japan
Visitors to an active volcano - Mount Aso - in Japan. It is the largest active volcano in Japan, and is among the largest in the world. It stands in Kumamoto Prefecture, on the island of Kyushu

Lava lizard (Microlophus albemarlensis), Port Egas (James Bay), Isla Santiago (Santiago Island), Galapagos Islands, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ecuador, South America

EARTHs INTERIOR, 1735
English geologist John Woodwards conception of the composition of the globe, with molten lava surrounded by a thick crust

The crater of Merapi, Java
The Javanese volcano erupted in 1931 causing arount 1300 fatalities. Aeroplanes rescued natives cut off by the four mile stream of lava

The Crater of Mont Pelee, Martinique, 1926
Photograph showing an aerial view of Mont Pelee, Martinique, the volcano that erupted and destroyed St. Pierre in May 1902

Irregular blocky lava (a a) and cinder cones of the volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic Ocean, Europe

Semi-circles of lava rock to protect crops from the strong winds in the harsh volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic Ocean, Europe

Irregular blocky lava (Hawaiian term: a a) and cinder cones of the volcanic landscape of Timanfaya National Park, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain, Atlantic Ocean, Europe

Brennisteinsalda, 855 m, Icelands most colourful mountain, dominates the lava fields of Laugahraun, Landmannalaugar area, Fjallabak region, Iceland, Polar Regions

Lava flows in lake Frostadavatn, Landmannalaugar area, Fjallabak region, Iceland, Polar Regions

Grande Comore Island - Lava from Karthala Volcano Indian Ocean
WAT-10763 Lava from Karthala Volcano Grande Comore Island, Mayotte, Indian Ocean M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Lava cactus Punta Espinoza - Fernandina island - Galapagos islands
WAT-10391 Lava cactus Punta Espinoza - Fernandina island - Galapagos islands Brachycereus nesioticus M. Watson Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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Lava: The Fiery Force of Nature Unleashed From the majestic Mauna Loa Volcano in the Hawaiian Islands to the historic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 1817 captured on paper, it has fascinated and captivated us throughout history. Cross sections of volcanoes like Mount Etna reveal the intricate inner workings of these powerful giants. In Zaire, Africa, the Kimanura Nyamulagira Virungas volcano showcases nature's raw power as it spews molten rock into the sky. Pandemonium erupts in a mesmerizing oil painting from 1841, depicting an explosive volcanic event that evokes both awe and fear. The infamous Eyjafjallajokull eruption near Iceland's Myrdalsjokull glacier reminds us of how volcanic activity can disrupt air travel and impact our modern world. Galileo's images of the Moon show us that even celestial bodies are not immune to volcanic phenomena. Closer to home, Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument stands as a testament to past destruction and ongoing geological processes. Spacecraft exploration reveals lunar landscapes dotted with lava flows while showcasing detailed lunar maps. Italy's Mount Etna provides a stunning backdrop for vineyards nestled amidst its fiery terrain, where windmills stand defiantly against nature's wrath. And in South Iceland's polar regions, moss-covered lava creates an otherworldly landscape that is both hauntingly beautiful and eerily serene. Lava represents Mother Earth at her most fierce and creative; it shapes landscapes, fuels life cycles, and leaves behind breathtaking remnants for us to marvel at. As we continue to explore its mysteries across continents and beyond our planet’s boundaries, let us remember that beneath its destructive force lies an undeniable beauty.