Volcanoes: they're the most powerful expressions of nature's might, responsible for mass extinctions, global climate change and the demise of entire civilisations, but how much do we really know about volcanoes? And just how close are we to the Holy Grail of accurately predicting when they're going to explode?(SPECIAL REPORT: Geographical dossier)(Cover story) Geographical | March 1, 2007| | COPYRIGHT 2007 Circle Publishing Ltd. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information) Copyright

FOR THOUSANDS OF YEARS, volcanoes have occupied a special place in the human imagination. Dynamic. destructive, awe-inspiring, beautiful, they represent one of the most primeval processes on Earth. Their principle components are the essence not even of life but of the fundamental elements upon which all life depends--fire, earth, water and air.

At a time when humanity seems to be taking over the natural world, volcanoes are a humbling reminder of the power of our planet. If we think climate change is something to worry about, it's worth bearing in mind that one of ...

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