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Thursday, 08 June 2006 |
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We are almost ready to leave Thera, so you may be wondering what happens next. The science team still has a lot of work to do. They must analyze all the data and samples they have collected on this expedition. |
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Lots of activity |
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Wednesday, 07 June 2006 |
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Last night, the science team made a discovery that got everyone excited. While exploring the underwater volcano Kolumbo, northeast of Thera, they saw a very active field of hydrothermal vents. The video pictures from the ROV Argus revealed tall chimney structures with gasses bubbling out. At one point, the camera view was filled with bubbles! Around the vents, colorful bacterial mats covered the sea floor. |
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Walking on a volcano |
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Tuesday, 06 June 2006 |
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Yesterday our group from the Boys & Girls Clubs of America got the chance to tour Thera's modern volcano. We took a short boat ride from Fira to Nea Kameni, the volcanic island in the middle of the caldera.
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Walking around Thera |
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Monday, 05 June 2006 |
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Santorini is the modern name of the island of Thera. We are here to study an ancient volcanic eruption, but being here also gives us a chance to experience some of the sights and culture of this island. |
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