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 Solfatara - John Seach

A solfatara is a vent which emits sulphorous gases.

SO2 and H2S

Compare with a fumarole which emits mainly steam.
The Solfatara Stage refers to a volcano which is between eruptions or no longer has a supply
of magma but still emits sulphorous gases.
 

Solfatara
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