Seismic activity and an anomalous fumarolic chemical composition due to seal effect in the volcanic system of Deception Island (Antarctica).

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A. T. Caselli
G. Badi
A. L. Bonatto
C. L. Bengoa
M. R. Agusto
A. Bidone
J. Ibáñez

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In this communication, the genesis of great anomalous seismic activity registered during austral summer 2003/2004 on Deception Island (Antarctica) is discussed, and related with changes on the chemical composition of fumarolic gases and vent deposits. Here we present a comparative analysis performed to explain this activity. We propose a possible parcial seal of the microfracture system. This effect allows an increase on pressure follow by reopening of microfractures, resulting on a sequence of seismic events and changes on the chemical composition of fumarolic emissions.

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Caselli, A. T., Badi, G., Bonatto, A. L., Bengoa, C. L., Agusto, M. R., Bidone, A., & Ibáñez, J. (2007). Seismic activity and an anomalous fumarolic chemical composition due to seal effect in the volcanic system of Deception Island (Antarctica). Revista De La Asociación Geológica Argentina, 62(4), 545-552. Retrieved from https://revista.geologica.org.ar/raga/article/view/1031
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