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The Volcano That Erupts in Blue Flames - Explained by Chemistry

The Volcano That Erupts in Blue Flames – Explained by Chemistry

Jan Otte

You might think all volcanic fire looks the same, but deep in Indonesia lies a phenomenon that defies every expectation. Imagine standing at the edge of an active crater where electric blue flames dance across the landscape, creating a scene so otherworldly it barely seems real. Indonesia’s Kawah Ijen volcano is known for its blue ...

Volcanoes with Sulfur Flames Create Blue Fires

Suhail Ahmed

On some nights, a volcano can look like a magician caught mid-trick – rivers of light racing in electric blue where you’d expect lava’s red glare. This rare glow, driven by burning sulfur, transforms the crater rim into a stage for a phenomenon that feels almost unreal. Scientists flock to these sites with sensors and ...