Geoscientists have discovered a magma cap at Yellowstone National Park that is likely playing a critical role in preventing a ...

The cap, which acts like a lid, was discovered 3.8 kilometers under the park’s surface Scientists discovered a magma cap ...

It is thought the cap may be helping to stop the volcanic system from erupting by constantly releasing gases - and pressure - ...

Yellowstone Caldera, the volcanic complex underneath Yellowstone National Park, is held at bay from eruption by a cap 3.8 ...

Scientists at Yellowstone National Park have uncovered a large, underground magma cap that is likely crucial to containing one of Earth's largest volcanic systems. Hidden 2.4 miles (3.8km) beneath ...

Researchers have identified a stable, gas-venting magma cap beneath Yellowstone, reducing eruption risk and advancing ...

Researchers from Rice University imaged the magma underneath Yellowstone and showed how it vents pressure, reducing the likelihood of a massive eruption anytime soon.