Dating Lava Flows on Mauna Loa Volcano, Hawaii
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Author: WGBH Educational Foundation
Subject: Science and Technology
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Abstract: In this video segment adapted from NOVA, scientists search for carbonized remains of plants preserved in lava flows to find out how long it has taken rain forests on Hawaii to regenerate after a volcanic eruption.
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Course Type: Learning Module
Media Formats: Video
Language: English
Conditions of Use: Custom License
2006, 1995 WGBH Educational Foundation and Peace River Films, Incorporated. All rights reserved. Stock footage courtesy of Smithsonian Institution. Animation courtesy of Salvatore Raciti. Music courtesy of Mason Daring.
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