This is a side-view of an eruptive area, with magma and rock fragments cascading down the volcano�s slope. This image is approximately nine feet across.

This side view of an eruptive area shows magma and rock fragments cascading down the volcano�s slope. The image area is about 9 feet (2.7 meters) across. Image courtesy of NSF and NOAA.

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