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Glaciovolcanism

Okay kiddo, so do you know what a volcano is? It's like a big mountain that can explode and shoot out hot rocks and lava. Well, glaciovolcanism is when a volcano erupts under ice or near glaciers.

When the hot lava and gas from the volcano meet the cold ice, it can create a lot of steam and cause explosions. These explosions can shoot out ash, rocks, and even pieces of ice.

Glaciovolcanoes can also create ice caves and tunnels, where the hot lava melts the ice and creates a passage for it to flow through. Sometimes, these caves can even be big enough for people to explore, but it's important to be careful since they can be dangerous.

Glaciovolcanism is a really interesting phenomenon that scientists study to learn more about how volcanoes work and how they can affect frozen areas like glaciers and ice sheets.
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