Scientists stunned as volcano cloud destroys methane in the atmosphere

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A giant volcanic eruption may have accidentally uncovered a powerful new way to destroy methane and slow global warming. (The Hunga Tonga–Hunga Ha'apai-volcanic eruption on January 15, 2022. Image taken from a video of the eruption.) Credit: Tonga Geological Services In January 2022, the underwater volcano Hunga Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai in the South Pacific produced one of the most powerful eruptions in modern history. But scientists have now discovered that the eruption also triggered an unexpected

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Scientists stunned as volcano cloud destroys methane in the atmosphere https://www.sciencedaily.com - 10.05.2026 08:17

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Scientists stunned as volcano cloud destroys methane in the atmosphere https://www.sciencedaily.com - 10.05.2026 08:17