Why Are Volcanic Plumes So Dangerous?
Thursday, April 15, 2010 - 12:35
in Earth & Climate
The clouds of volcanic ash wafting over from Iceland have caused many European countries to put flights on hold, leaving everyone wondering: how exactly does volcanic ash affect airplanes?
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