The Emergence Machine

Fumarole

physical · Geography · Level 6 · E0

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Emergence definition

A fumarole is a vent in the ground that emits steam and volcanic gases, indicating geothermal or volcanic activity, which involves the transfer of thermal energy from a region of higher temperature to a region of lower temperature, resulting in a change in the kinetic energy of particles, and is a manifestation of the composition and structure of rocks, which are a fundamental aspect of the land and its formations.

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Historical origin

Origin word
fumarole
Origin language
English

Prerequisite chain

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thisfoundationsL6L5L4L3L2L1L0FumaroleGeologyHeatRockTemperatureMineralPhysicsForceFormKinetic EnergyLandActionMatterMotionQuantityEnergyPatternSpaceTimeE1 concrete → E14 abstract

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Prerequisites

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  • Geology L5 (requires)
    A fumarole is an opening in volcanic rock that emits steam and volcanic gases.
  • Heat L5 (requires)
    Thermal feature requires heat concept