Geology (from the Greek gea=earth and logos=study) is the natural science about the solid Earth, in particular the rocks it is composed of and the internal and external processes that shape it.
Introduction to Plate Tectonics The Earth's upper, rigid layer is broken into several plates which are in constant motion to one another. Most earthquakes and volcanoes occur as result of these plate boundaries.
Volcanoes in the Solar System The Earth is not the only place with volcanic activity. Active volcanism also occurs at at least 3 other bodies in our Solar System.
Igneous or magmatic rocks The most primitive rock type forms when magma (molten rock) solidifies - either inside the earth (plutonic rocks) or during volcanic eruptions (volcanic rocks). A short overview.
Glossary of geologic terms A growing list of often illustrated explanations and definitions of geological terms and keywords, with focus on volcanology and seismology.
Volcano Trip Guatemala is a country with spectacular volcanic activity, wonderful landscapes, colorful villages and towns, friendly people. Join a trip organized by an experienced Guatemalan guide and photographer Diego Rizzo together with VolcanoDiscovery to have a chance to watch the active volcanoes (Fuego and Pacaya) from up close! Get an in-depth experience of the powerful and turbulent natural processes at work and take stunning pictures!
Volcano Trekking A physically active tour to visit and climb some of Indonesia's most active and famous volcanoes: Papandayan and Galunggung in West Java, Merapi in Central Java, Kelud, Semeru, Bromo, the Tengger caldera, and Ijen in East Java.
La Palma Volcano Special We offer a short-notice tour to see the eruption on La Palma in a small group guided by a volcanologist (Evelyne Pradal - English and French speaking geologist.)
Photos from Kamchatka Kamchatka in Russia's far east is one of world's remotest regions and has an almost unparalleled density of active volcanoes. Look at photos taken during our expeditions from this wonderful corner of the world!
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