Poás Volcano: The Pulsing Heart of Central America Volcanic Zone 2019 Edition Contributor(s): Tassi, Franco (Editor), Vaselli, Orlando (Editor), Mora Amador, Raul Alberto (Editor) |
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ISBN: 3319021559 ISBN-13: 9783319021553 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $104.49 Product Type: Hardcover Published: March 2019 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Nature | Earthquakes & Volcanoes - Science | Earth Sciences - Geology - Nature | Natural Disasters |
Dewey: 551.21 |
Series: Active Volcanoes of the World |
Physical Information: 0.75" H x 7" W x 10" (1.74 lbs) 317 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: This book provides a comprehensive description of the volcanological, petrological and geochemical features of the Po s Volcano (Costa Rica), one of the most active volcanic systems in Central America and part of the Central America Volcanic Arc (CAVA). Po s Volcano hosts a unique sulfur lake, which actually is one of the world's most acidic lakes, and has experienced molten sulfur eruptions. Past investigations, current monitoring activities and planned programs of investigation into lessening of the volcanic hazard are reported here. Specific sections of the monograph will be devoted to the impact of this volcano on the social, agricultural and industrial activities in the area. Legends and popular traditions related to this volcano will be described in the last chapter to round up a complete scientific review on this unique volcanic system. |