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Hawaiian Volcano Observatory new physical volcanology laboratory instruments

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The USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) has acquired new physical volcanology laboratory instruments for rapid and accurate analysis of eruption samples. Left photo shows four pycnometers that determine volume and density. Right photo shows two particle analyzers that determine grain size and shape. 

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