What is Volcanology?

 

A mountain rises above a grassy foreground, with clouds drifting lazily across the sky, showcasing vibrant mayon green hues.

 

Volcanology is a branch of geology that deals with volcanism (the study of volcanoes).  Scientists that study volcanology are called volcanologists.

Mayon is a stratovolcano on the island of Luzon in the Philippines. Image Credit: Steve O'Meara.

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Studying Volcanoes / Volcanology