Viscosity controls some features of Lava Transport
Viscosity is defined as the resistance to flow in a fluid:
μ=τ/ε (= stress/strain rate)
viscosity affects:
- Rate of travel of lava flows
- Dome Stability and Collapse
- Thickness of lava flow


Viscosity is defined as the resistance to flow in a fluid:
μ=τ/ε (= stress/strain rate)
viscosity affects:
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