Satellite-based detection of volcanic sulphur dioxide from recent eruptions in Central and South America
Volcanic eruptions can emit large amounts of rock fragments and fine particles (ash) into the atmosphere, as well as several gases, including sulphur dioxide (SO<sub>2</sub>). These ejecta and emissions are a major natural hazard, not only to the local population, but als...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Copernicus Publications
2008-01-01
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Series: | Advances in Geosciences |
Online Access: | http://www.adv-geosci.net/14/35/2008/adgeo-14-35-2008.pdf |