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Melting Icecaps: The Unforeseen Trigger for More Violent Volcanic Eruptions

2025-07-13

Author: Liam

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A groundbreaking study from the Patagonia region of Chile has revealed that melting icecaps could lead to not only increased volcanic eruptions but also more explosive ones. Researchers highlighted that as glaciers lose their weight, the pressure on the Earth's crust diminishes, setting the stage for more frequent volcanic activity.

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