A 'magma cap' discovered underneath Yellowstone could be moderating its volcanic potential

A 'magma cap' discovered underneath Yellowstone could be moderating its volcanic potential

The Yellowstone Caldera, a volcanically active region under and around Yellowstone National Park, has long been the subject of research, speculation and science fiction regarding the possibility of a volcanic eruption.But a new study shows that such an event may be even less likely than we thought: Scientists have discovered a magma cap that may play a role in releasing pressure that contributes to large eruptions.Scripps News spoke with Michael…

Scientists find 'breathing' magma cap inside Yellowstone supervolcano

Yellowstone's supervolcano appears to have a magma cap that vents pressure and reduces the chances of a massive eruption happening anytime soon.

‘Tiny earthquakes’ used to find where Yellowstone’s magma begins

For the first time, researchers have detected the top of the magma reservoir, about 3km below the surface.

Scientists recently discovered that there is a magma cap (lid) inside the Yellowstone supervolcano in the United States, and it is "breathing steadily", which greatly reduces the risk of eruption.

Scientists discover magma cap at Yellowstone National Park

Explore the magma cap at Yellowstone National Park and its impact on the volcanic system beneath the surface.