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Lava

earth science Maturity 7-9

Lava is melted rock.

001 Volcano eruption of Litli-Hrútur in Iceland in 2023 Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg
001 Volcano eruption of Litli-Hrútur in Iceland in 2023 Photo by Giles Laurent.jpg
It comes from deep inside the Earth. It can flow like thick ketchup. When it cools, it turns into hard rock. It is very hot!
Lava fountain at Kilauea.jpg
Lava fountain at Kilauea.jpg
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PahoehoeLava.jpg
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Giant's Causeway 2006 08.jpg
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Lava entering sea - Hawaii.png
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Three Waikupanaha and one Ki lava ocean...
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Aa large.jpg
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Ropy pahoehoe.jpg
File:Block lava in Lassen Volcanic National Park.jpg
Block lava in Lassen Volcanic National Park.jpg
File:Nur05018-Pillow lavas off Hawaii.jpg
Nur05018-Pillow lavas off Hawaii.jpg
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Arenallong.jpg
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Valle Grande dome.jpg

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