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lava fountain [′lä·və ‚fau̇nt·ən] (geology) A jetlike eruption of lava that issues vertically from a volcanic vent or fissure. Also known as fire fountain. 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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In unprecedented measurements, volcanologists have pinpointed the source of volcanic gases driving a huge lava fountain from deep in Italy's Mount Etna. The lava fountains, he wrote, ``boiled, and coughed, and sputtered, and discharged sprays of stringy red fire - of about the consistency of mush, for instance - from 10 to 15 feet in the air, along with a shower of brilliant white sparks - a quaint and unnatural mingling of gouts of blood and snowflakes Try building a bloodcurdling five-loop roller coaster and dare the customers to climb aboard, or lay down the lava fountain to spice things up a bit. |
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