Earth Sciences

Lava dome cycles reveal rise and fall of magma column at Popocatépetl volcano

S. Valade, D. Coppola, et al.

Lava domes display unpredictable and dangerous behavior, as discovered by Sébastien Valade and colleagues. Utilizing high-resolution satellite imagery and deep learning, the study uncovers gas-driven cycles of dome construction and subsidence at Popocatépetl volcano, shedding light on crucial gas retention dynamics influencing magma evolution.