How Supervolcanoes Work

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How Supervolcanoes Work

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Apr 13, 2017

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Until recently, volcanologists thought supervolcanoes were simply massive volcanoes. But further research has revealed that they are far different - and far more dangerous - than previously imagined. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Apr 13, 2017

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How Supervolcanoes Work

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