Reticulite Lava #4
by Science Photo Library
Title
Reticulite Lava #4
Artist
Science Photo Library
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of Fine silica (glass) reticulate pumice formed from molten lava. Molten lava containing high amounts of gas cool rapidly to form this very light-weight and fragile pumice. Pieces of reticulite can be carried in the wind. The lava from Hawaii's active volcano contains over 60% silica (glass). Magnification: x14 when shortest axis printed at 25 millimetres.
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October 4th, 2018
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