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Volcanoes
In this hour of Science Friday, join host Ira Flatow for peek inside volcanoes. Experts explore what volcanoes tell us about the composition of the Earth, what makes them erupt, and what scientists can do to predict when they'll blow. Plus, a look at volcanoes on other moons and planets.
Guests:
Michael Sheridan
Chairman, Department of Geology
State University of New York
Buffalo, NY
Dan Miller
Research Geologist, Cascades Volcano Observatory
U.S. Geological Survey
Vancouver, Wash.
Michael Carr
Geologist
U.S. Geological Survey
Menlo Park, Calif
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