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	Podcast:		Short Wave
	Episode:		The Science Behind Whakaari/White Island's Eruption
	Category:		Science & Medicine
	Duration:		00:10:39
	Publish Date:		2019-12-17 09:00:00
	Description:		The volcano of Whakaari or White Island in New Zealand erupted just over a week ago. More than a dozen people were killed, including tourists to the popular attraction. Volcanologist Alison Graettinger explains the science behind this particular eruption, a hydrothermal eruption and why they can be especially difficult to predict. Reach out to the show at shortwave@npr.org. Plus, keep the conversation going with host Maddie Sofia on Twitter — she's @maddie_sofia.
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