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Yellowstone Caldera

The Yellowstone Caldera is a large volcanic caldera located in Yellowstone National Park, formed by a series of massive volcanic eruptions over the past 2 million years. This caldera is significant in volcanology and geothermal studies for its active geothermal features, potential for future supereruptions, and role in shaping the geology of the region.

Colorful hot spring with blue and orange rings in Yellowstone National Park, USA
Fig. 1 Colorful hot spring with blue and orange rings in Yellowstone National Park, USA

Source Smith, R. B., & Siegel, L. J. (2000). “Windows into the Earth: The Geologic Story of Yellowstone and Grand Teton.” Oxford University Press.

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