Lava Lake
A Lava Lake is a large, molten pool of lava that forms within a volcanic crater or vent. These lakes are created when magma rises to the surface and accumulates, often resulting in a persistent body of lava. The temperature of the lava can reach over 1,000 degrees Celsius (1,832 degrees Fahrenheit), and the lakes can vary in size and depth.
Lava lakes are typically found in active volcanoes, such as those in the Hawaiian Islands or Mount Nyiragongo in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. They can provide valuable insights into volcanic activity and help scientists understand the behavior of magma beneath the Earth's surface.