Portals into the machinations of the Earth, volcanoes take many forms – and occur due to a range of underlying processes. Take a look at these spectacular examples to understand a little about their destructive power – and the reason why | National Geographic UK

Since January 1, 2025, 70 volcanic eruptions have been recorded worldwide — from explosive ash columns to relentless lava flows, both on land and beneath the oceans. Tracked by the Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program, this level of activity is above average, with many eruptions concentrated along the Pacific Ring of Fire, but also appearing in Iceland, the Mediterranean, Africa, and remote island chains. Some eruptions made headlines. Many didn’t. All of them are part of Earth relea

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