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| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:volcano
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| gptkbp:accessibility |
difficult
remote location difficult due to location |
| gptkbp:appearance |
smoking summit
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| gptkbp:area |
gptkb:Ross_Dependency
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| gptkbp:ash_clouds |
can reach high altitudes
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| gptkbp:associated_hazards |
volcanic ash
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
glacial melt
volcanic lightning |
| gptkbp:climate |
polar climate
important for understanding climate change important for understanding polar climates |
| gptkbp:climate_impact |
glacial retreat
affects local weather patterns global climate studies |
| gptkbp:climbing_ability |
moderate
technical climbing required |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
international research teams
international scientific teams |
| gptkbp:coordinates |
77°30′ S 167°9′ E
77°37′ S 167°9′ E |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
mythological connections
local indigenous stories |
| gptkbp:discovered_by |
gptkb:James_Clark_Ross
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| gptkbp:discovery |
1841
by Sir James Ross |
| gptkbp:educational_programs |
volcanology education
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| gptkbp:elevation |
3,794 meters
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| gptkbp:environment |
polar desert
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| gptkbp:environmental_impact |
local ecosystems
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| gptkbp:expedition |
gptkb:Robert_Falcon_Scott
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| gptkbp:features |
ice formations
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| gptkbp:first_appearance |
1841
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| gptkbp:first_ascent |
gptkb:memorials
gptkb:academic_journals gptkb:1957 gptkb:Dr._Thomas_Griffith_Taylor gptkb:historical_landmark 1908 several days climbing climbing gear extreme weather geologists technical climbing January 1957 pioneering Antarctic exploration inspiration for future expeditions training expeditions successful summit expedition anniversaries cultural significance in exploration history New Zealand team increased interest in Antarctic geology |
| gptkbp:first_ascent_impact_on_conservation |
awareness of environmental issues
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| gptkbp:first_ascent_impact_on_culture |
inspiration for art and literature
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| gptkbp:first_ascent_impact_on_education |
educational programs on geology
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| gptkbp:first_ascent_impact_on_science |
advancements in volcanology
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| gptkbp:first_ascent_impact_on_tourism |
increased tourism to Antarctica
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| gptkbp:geological_features |
gptkb:Erebus_Glacier
gptkb:volcano Pleistocene Holocene basalt active volcano pumice Quaternary period alkaline basalt |
| gptkbp:geological_formation |
gptkb:hot_springs
basalt ongoing efforts conducted regularly hot springs nearby basaltic lava andesite and basalt |
| gptkbp:has_research_center |
gptkb:Mc_Murdo_Station
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| gptkbp:historical_event |
gptkb:Scott's_Antarctic_Expedition
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| gptkbp:historical_records |
kept since 19th century
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
exploration history
one of the most active volcanoes in the world one of the few volcanoes with a persistent lava lake. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Mount Erebus
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| gptkbp:is_explored_in |
ongoing
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| gptkbp:is_monitored_by |
by USGS
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| gptkbp:is_observed_in |
scientists from around the world
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| gptkbp:is_significant_for |
gptkb:scientific_research
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| gptkbp:known_for |
its lava lake
|
| gptkbp:landmarks |
gptkb:Mount_Terror
|
| gptkbp:last_eruption |
gptkb:1972
gptkb:2021 active satellite imagery ongoing 1 to 2 lava flows seismic activity sulfur dioxide multiple eruptions recorded can affect air travel persistent lava lake VEI 1-2 documented since 1972 explosive and effusive |
| gptkbp:lava_lake_depth |
approximately 100 meters
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| gptkbp:local_legends |
associated with myths
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| gptkbp:location |
gptkb:Antarctica
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| gptkbp:named_after |
Erebus (Greek mythology)
Erebus, the Greek god of darkness |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
persistent lava lake
smoke plume |
| gptkbp:notable_galaxies |
gptkb:Erebus_Volcano_Observatory
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| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Ross_Island
Antarctic volcanic region |
| gptkbp:photography |
popular subject for photographers
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| gptkbp:prominence |
1,000 meters
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| gptkbp:publications |
numerous studies published
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| gptkbp:research |
geothermal activity
volcanology active monitoring |
| gptkbp:research_focus |
geothermal activity
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| gptkbp:research_importance |
volcanology studies
scientific studies on volcanology |
| gptkbp:scientific_instruments |
seismic sensors
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| gptkbp:significance |
most active volcano in Antarctica
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| gptkbp:surrounding_area |
gptkb:Ross_Sea
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| gptkbp:surrounding_features |
gptkb:Mc_Murdo_Station
ice fields |
| gptkbp:tourism |
limited due to remoteness
attracts adventurous tourists |
| gptkbp:type |
stratovolcano
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| gptkbp:volcanic_hazards_assessment |
conducted regularly
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| gptkbp:volcanic_history |
extensive historical records.
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| gptkbp:volcanic_phenomena |
phreatomagmatic eruptions
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| gptkbp:wildlife |
limited due to harsh conditions
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Victoria_Land
gptkb:Ross_Island gptkb:Ross_Dependency gptkb:Taylor_Dome gptkb:Erebus |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
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