The effect of giant lateral collapses on magma pathways and the location of volcanism

Flank instability and lateral collapse are a potential hazard at volcanic edifices. Here, the authors use numerical simulations to show that at Fogo volcano, lateral collapse can trigger a significant deflection of magma pathways in the crust, demonstrating how volcanic edifices may evolve.

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Main Authors: Francesco Maccaferri, Nicole Richter, Thomas R. Walter
Format: article
Language:EN
Published: Nature Portfolio 2017
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Online Access:https://doaj.org/article/df8e4ec8971e4914a61b8b2f62b8058b
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Summary:Flank instability and lateral collapse are a potential hazard at volcanic edifices. Here, the authors use numerical simulations to show that at Fogo volcano, lateral collapse can trigger a significant deflection of magma pathways in the crust, demonstrating how volcanic edifices may evolve.