A USGS geologist at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory takes fresh lava samples as close to the vent as possible March 22, 2016 in Hilo, Hawaii. The sample is scooped from the pahoehoe lobe then quickly quenched in a bucket of water preserve the composition of liquid lava. Once cooled, the sample is analyzed to assess any changes that may be occurring within Kilauea volcano.

A USGS geologist at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory takes fresh lava samples as close to the vent as possible March 22, 2016 in Hilo, Hawaii. The sample is scooped from the pahoehoe lobe then quickly quenched in a bucket of water preserve the composition of liquid lava. Once cooled, the sample is analyzed to assess any changes that may be occurring within Kilauea volcano. Stock Photo

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3000 x 2188 px | 25.4 x 18.5 cm | 10 x 7.3 inches | 300dpi

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22 March 2016

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Hilo, Hawaii

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A USGS geologist at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory takes fresh lava samples as close to the vent as possible March 22, 2016 in Hilo, Hawaii. The sample is scooped from the pahoehoe lobe then quickly quenched in a bucket of water preserve the composition of liquid lava. Once cooled, the sample is analyzed to assess any changes that may be occurring within Kilauea volcano.

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