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volcanic gases [väl′kan·ik ′gas·əz] (geology) Volatile matter composed principally of about 90% water vapor, and carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and nitrogen, released during an eruption of a volcano. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The sulfur would have formed in the atmosphere as ultraviolet light broke down sulfur-bearing volcanic gases, a process that would have produced abundant sulfur-33, says Philippot. An you read in the article volcanic gases contain a compound of fluorine. While the area has a higher influx of chloride than other Cascade streams due to volcanic gases, "We really haven't seen any change since the uplift was detected," Evans said. |
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