Volcanic Collection (#93)

Palette spring and travertine sinter terraces
September 8, 2009 - Palette spring and associated travertine sinter terraces. Mammoth Springs Geothermal area, Yellowstone Caldera, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming

Aerial view of crater lake in Tongariro volcanic complex, New Zealand
November 2007 - Aerial view of crater lake in Tongariro volcanic complex, New Zealand

Acidic crater lake, White Island (Whakaari) volcano, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
November 2007 - Acidic crater lake, White Island (Whakaari) volcano, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Mount Unzen volcano with lava dome, Japan
January 6, 2010 - Mount Unzen volcano with lava dome, formed during the 1990-1995 eruptions, Japan. Treeless slope signifies path of extensive pyroclastic flows during the eruption

Mount Unzen volcano, Japan
January 6, 2010 - Mount Unzen volcano, Japan. Last active in 1990-1995. Stepped check dams, for reduction of lahar (mudflow) hazard, in Oshigadani gorge in foreground

Small lava lake in pit crater, Pu u O o Cone, Kilauea volcano, Big Island, Hawaii
Small lava lake in pit crater, Pu u O o cone, Kilauea volcano, Big Island, Hawaii

Lava bursting at edge of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 8, 2008 - Lava bubble bursting at edge of active lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Fumarole deposits in the Dallol geothermal area, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
February 10, 2008 - Dallol geothermal area, egg-shaped fumarole deposits formed in salt deposits of brine hot springs, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Old hornito rising from floor of caldera, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 29, 2011 - Old hornito rising from floor of caldera, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Pit crater harbouring lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 30, 2011 - Pit crater harbouring lava lake, Erta Ale volcano, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Dallol geothermal area, saline hot spring, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia
January 27, 2011 - Dallol geothermal area, saline hot spring, Danakil Depression, Ethiopia

Fimmvorduhals lava flow, Eyjafjallajokull, Iceland
March 26, 2010 - Fimmvorduhals lava flow, Eyjafjallajokull, Iceland

Ol Doinyo Lengai summit crater, Rift valley, Tanzania
July 1, 2004 - Ol Doinyo Lengai summit crater, Rift valley, Tanzania

Papandayan crater, Java Island, Indonesia
June 4, 2006 - Papandayan crater, Java Island, Indonesia

Robots and other machines mining on a volcnaic planet
Robots and other machines mining on a volcnaic lava flowing alien planet

Satellite view of Mount Etna emitting plumes of volcanic gases
March 31, 2013 - This false-color satellite image shows several vents near the summit of Mount Etna emitting plumes of volcanic gases

Planet Mars slightly tilted to show the Martian North Pole

A diagram explaining how the fountains of Enceladus work

Planet Mars
A full Mars. In this image the massive volcano Olympus Mons is clearly visible upper left of center, while at center are the three Tharsis Montes volcanoes

Sea ice surrounds the volcanic island of Shikotan
February 14, 2011 - Swirling shapes of ghostly blue-gray sea ice surrounds the volcanic island of Shikotan at the southern end of the Kuril island chain

Rabaul volcano on the island of Papua New Guinea
Continuing a pattern of intermittent activity that lasted several days, the Rabaul Volcano on Papua New Guines island of New Britain released a plume on March 18, 2008

Volcanic ash plumes from Sarychev Peak blowing across the Sea of Okhotsk and the
June 16, 2009 - Volcanic ash plumes from Sarychev Peak blew across the Sea of Okhotsk and over the island of Sakhalin. Brown volcanic ash blows in a counter-clockwise arc across a bank of clouds

A small plume rises from the summit of Ulawun Volcano on Papua New Guines island
June 10, 2010 - A small plume rises from the summit of Ulawun Volcano on Papua New Guines island of New Britain. Midway down the slopes of Ulawun, vegetation predominates

Global Views of Mars in late Northern Summer
April 23, 2002 - Global Views of Mars in late Northern Summer. Mars Global Surveyor (MGS) orbits around the red planet 12 times a day. Each orbit goes from pole to pole

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"Unleashing the Fiery Fury: Exploring the Volcanic Wonders of the World" From the captivating Playa de las Cucharas in Costa Teguise, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain to witnessing Mount Vesuvius in Eruption through a watercolor painting from 1817; volcanic marvels have always fascinated humanity. Satellite images of Tenerife reveal its majestic beauty, showcasing nature's artistic prowess. The mesmerizing Krakatoa sunsets immortalized in artworks from 1883 continue to inspire awe and wonder. Even beyond Earth's boundaries, volcanoes leave their mark. Jupiter's moon Io showcases its volcanic activity captured by New Horizons' lens. Meanwhile, Pompeii stands as a haunting reminder of Mount Vesuvius' devastating eruption that preserved an ancient city frozen in time. For those seeking tranquility amidst volcanic landscapes, Playa Blanca beach in Lanzarote offers solace with its breathtaking views. On the other hand, Africa boasts the mighty Volcano Kimanura Nyamulagira Virungas in Zaire - a testament to Mother Nature's raw power. Costa Rica presents Arenal Volcano on its La Fortuna side – a sight that leaves visitors spellbound with its imposing presence. As dusk settles over Joshua Tree National Park or Ecuador's Cotopaxi seen from the west, these volcanic wonders paint vivid pictures against vibrant skies. Lastly, Paddleship Waverley gracefully sails near Staffa Island off Scotland’s coast – where rugged cliffs and sea caves formed by ancient lava flows create an enchanting backdrop for adventure seekers. Whether it be exploring earthly landscapes or venturing into space itself; volcanoes hold an undeniable allure that captivates our imagination and reminds us of both nature's destructive force and its incredible ability to shape our world.