2022.02.04

Volcanic Boost

Prehistoric eruptions pushed the climate to a tipping point

Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland is part of the North Atlantic Igneous Province. Source: Clearview/Alamy Stock Photo

Giant’s Causeway in Northern Ireland is part of the North Atlantic Igneous Province. Source: Clearview/Alamy Stock Photo

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