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lava flowsLava Flows
When a volcano erupts, the molten rock (or magma) that comes out of the Earth is called lava. Lava is the most common form of material erupted from volcanoes that form oceanic islands.
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mr1What Does a Young Submarine Lava Flow Look Like?
As we investigate the submarine slopes of Galápagos volcanoes we see life that no one has photographed before. 
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deep sea biologyDeep Sea Biology
As we investigate the submarine slopes of Galápagos volcanoes we see life that no one has photographed before. The creatures that live at these depths have adapted to a way of life in one of the world's most challenging environments. 
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galapagos wildlifeGalápagos Animal and Marine Life
The words “Galápagos Islands” bring to mind images of fantastic animals and plants, ranging from dragon-like iguanas and comical blue-footed boobies to incredibly slow moving giant tortoises lumbering through arid lava fields dotted with cacti.
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seabirdsSeabird Observations in the Western Galápagos Islands
One of the investigations complementing the geologic studies the scientists on board RV Revelle are carrying out, is a survey of the seabirds inhabiting the Galápagos. 
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