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Shane Cronin

Shane Cronin is Professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Auckland.
Shane Cronin is Professor of Earth Sciences at the University of Auckland.
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Opinion | Why Tonga’s volcanic eruption was so violent, and what to expect next

When hot magma rapidly blasts out of the ground and meets cold water, this ‘fuel-coolant interaction’ can be akin to weapons-grade chemical explosions.

At least five people have been confirmed dead and that toll is expected to rise, following the eruption on Monday at the popular tourist site.

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