Global Volcanism Program | Image GVP-05529

The steep remnant at Sangangüey volcano (center) rises 250 m above the Arroyo Caracol, an erosional valley down the SW flank. It is similar in composition to surrounding layered lava flows, but contains less glass, which suggests slower cooling. The Arroyo Caracol exposes a 700-m-thick section showing the interior stratigraphy of the cone. Photo by Lee Siebert, 1997 (Smithsonian Institution).

The steep remnant at Sangangüey volcano (center) rises 250 m above the Arroyo Caracol, an erosional valley down the SW flank. It is similar in composition to surrounding layered lava flows, but contains less glass, which suggests slower cooling. The Arroyo Caracol exposes a 700-m-thick section showing the interior stratigraphy of the cone.

Photo by Lee Siebert, 1997 (Smithsonian Institution).

Creative Commons Icon This image is made available under the Public Domain Dedication CC0 license, but proper attribution is appreciated.

Sangangüey