Strombolian

/ strɒmˈbəʊlɪən /

adjective

1. relating to or denoting a type of volcanic eruption characterized by repeated fountaining or jetting of fluid lava into the air

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The size of Strombolian eruptions can vary but are often characterised by intermittent explosions, which occur due to the presence of gas in the magma chamber within the volcano.

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That seismic activity is “an indicator of the intensity of the strombolian explosive activity,” the institute said late on Tuesday.

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Strombolian is an adjective describing volcanic eruptions with violent explosions ejecting incandescent dust.

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Authorities say Anak Krakatau is still active, and is in fact becoming increasingly active with what are known as Strombolian eruptions - short lived, explosive blasts of lava - being emitted.

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Hawaiian and Strombolian eruptions emit gentle lava flow and moderate eruptions, respectively.

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