Yellowtone Volcano Research Paper
The Yellowstone volcano has been a growing concern for many Americans over the years. Especially after the eruption of the Mount St. Helen's volcano in the 80's. Rumors of a catastrophic explosion have caught the attention of everyone from the media to newspapers who try to sell the fear of an imminent explosion and the extreme damage that could possibly happen. However, the truth is just the opposite. In actuality, these fears are almost always unfounded, and usually arise from the the rumors of the damage it may cause. Further investigation of the current status of this supervolcano in fact reveals the true nature of this "massive threat." One of the main attractions of Yellowstone National Park is the magnificent geyser that is Old Faithful.
Generally know for its unique, frequent, and reliable eruptions, its characteristics have given it is famous name. But some people speculate that irregular patterns in the geysers activity could possibly indicate a change or a sign of future volcanic activity. In reality, although Old Faithful does have a connection to the Earth's crust and mantle, along with the geologic activity happening underneath, changes in the geysers activity is usually affected by either earthquakes or mineral deposits, but does not mean it is necessarily connected to the volcano's activity. Furthermore, ongoing monitoring from geologic scientists for the past 30 years have produced data that does not show that an imminent eruption may be near. If it were to be, it would most likely be presented as strong sudden moments in activity or a shift in heat from the volcano, which has not happened. Yellowstone Volcano Observatory scientists have assessed that even though ongoing activity of the volcano suggests that another caldera-forming eruption is theoretically possible, it is very unlikely to happen in the next thousand years or even 10,000 years. Scientists have also not found evidence for a smaller imminent eruption of lava. Although, public worry and involvement is important and beneficial to those who could possibly be affected by this great volcano, it is also just as important to be correctly informed. Widespread mass worry for a possibly threatening super volcano is understandable and should be taken seriously, but as data and ongoing research of the famous Yellowstone volcano has shown that an imminent danger from this supervolcano is not near. In all, further research is beneficial to those who wish to know more about this wonder of nature. In it they will find that no real danger can be found shaped as a possible threat to the United States in the near future.
Generally know for its unique, frequent, and reliable eruptions, its characteristics have given it is famous name. But some people speculate that irregular patterns in the geysers activity could possibly indicate a change or a sign of future volcanic activity. In reality, although Old Faithful does have a connection to the Earth's crust and mantle, along with the geologic activity happening underneath, changes in the geysers activity is usually affected by either earthquakes or mineral deposits, but does not mean it is necessarily connected to the volcano's activity. Furthermore, ongoing monitoring from geologic scientists for the past 30 years have produced data that does not show that an imminent eruption may be near. If it were to be, it would most likely be presented as strong sudden moments in activity or a shift in heat from the volcano, which has not happened. Yellowstone Volcano Observatory scientists have assessed that even though ongoing activity of the volcano suggests that another caldera-forming eruption is theoretically possible, it is very unlikely to happen in the next thousand years or even 10,000 years. Scientists have also not found evidence for a smaller imminent eruption of lava. Although, public worry and involvement is important and beneficial to those who could possibly be affected by this great volcano, it is also just as important to be correctly informed. Widespread mass worry for a possibly threatening super volcano is understandable and should be taken seriously, but as data and ongoing research of the famous Yellowstone volcano has shown that an imminent danger from this supervolcano is not near. In all, further research is beneficial to those who wish to know more about this wonder of nature. In it they will find that no real danger can be found shaped as a possible threat to the United States in the near future.