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A fumarole is an opening in the Earth's surface that releases steam and volcanic gases, like the one visible in this geothermal area of Bolivia. These vents are important because they provide clues about underground heat and geological activity, and can be used as natural indicators of volcanic or geothermal systems.
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Le fumarole sono fenomeni di vulcanismo secondario con emanazione di vapore e altri gas vulcanici presenti generalmente in prossimità dei crateri o dei fianchi di vulcani attivi, nonché in aree idrotermali in cui i centri vulcanici non sono più attivi.
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