Tag: magma movement
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What sparked Santorini’s dramatic earthquake swarm? New findings reveal magma movement behind the tremors
Unraveling the Santorini swarm Earlier this year, tens of thousands of tiny earthquakes rattled the iconic Greek island of Santorini, sparking questions about what lay beneath the caldera. Scientists have now linked the swarm to a remarkably dynamic but localized process: molten rock moving through an underground channel for roughly three months. The discovery sheds…
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What Triggered Santorini’s Earthquake Swarm: A Deep Dive into Molten Rock’s Hidden Path
Unraveling Santorini’s Seismic Mystery The Greek island of Santorini has long fascinated scientists and travelers alike. Earlier this year, the region experienced a dramatic swarm of tens of thousands of earthquakes that drew global attention. New research now reveals a clear culprit behind the seismic activity: molten rock pushing through an underground channel, a process…