Explaining the formation of lava flow skylights

This video explains the formation of skylights in lava tubes and showcases a spectacular view of a lava stream flowing beneath the surface.

00:00:06 The video explains the formation of skylights in lava tubes and showcases a spectacular view of a lava stream flowing beneath the surface.

šŸŒ‹ Skylights are formed when a section of the crusted roof of a lava tube collapses, revealing the flowing lava underneath.

šŸŒŠ In the case of this particular flow, a skylight over the lava tube provided a spectacular view of a rapidly moving lava stream.

ā“ The video also explores the cause of the collapse of the lava tube's roof, leading to the formation of skylights.

00:01:11 Explaining the formation of a lava flow skylight and estimating the rapid flow of lava within the skylight as 1-2 meters or yards per second.

šŸŒ‹ The skylight was surrounded by a thin crust, causing it to collapse.

šŸ”„ The speed of the flowing lava in the tube was estimated to be 1-2 meters per second or 1-2 yards per second.

ā© The conversion of the lava speed from meters per second to miles per hour was not mentioned.

Summary of a video "Lava Flow Skylight Explained (June 3, 2016)" by Big Island Video News on YouTube.

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