Volcanoes – Page 2

Exactly How Much Life is on Earth?

According to a new study, living cells outnumber stars in the universe, highlighting the deep, underrated link between geophysics and biology.

Iceland Works to Protect Power Plant as it Awaits a Volcanic Eruption

As the country prepares for a possible volcanic eruption, it’s working to protect a power plant that serves 30,000 people.

Underwater Volcano Forms New Island in Japan

An ongoing eruption from the volcano has created a small land mass less than a mile off Iwo Jima island. It’s a great case study of how volcanoes work.

Mammals’ Time on Earth Is Half Over, Scientists Predict

A new model suggests that in 250 million years, all land will collide into a supercontinent that boosts warming and pushes mammals to extinction.

Kilauea, Hawaii’s Most Active Volcano, Erupts Again

The volcano, located on the Big Island, last erupted in June. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said there was no immediate threat to people or property.