Vog (volcanic smog) is a form of air pollution that results when sulfur dioxide and other gases and particles emitted by an active volcano react with oxygen and moisture in the presence of sunlight.

Vog blankets landscape on Ka'u Desert Trail

Vog (volcanic smog) is a form of air pollution that results when sulfur dioxide and other gases and particles emitted by an active volcano react with oxygen and moisture in the presence of sunlight.

volcano Kileaua Hawaii Volcanoes National Park

Author(s)Jane Hawkey
Author CompanyIntegration and Application Network
Date Created2009-08-01
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