Dating Lava Flows on Mauna Loa Volcano, Hawaii
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- 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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- Learning Module
- Language:
- English
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- Activities and Labs, Curriculum Standards
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- Video
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- 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.