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Island formation
Island formation. Computer illustration showing the process of island formation in the Hawaii island chain, USA. The chain was formed by molten rock (magma) erupted from volcanoes as the Pacific Plate of the Earths crust slowly moves over a hot spot in the molten mantle below it. The arrow indicates the direction of movement. Big Island (green), the largest island in the chain, is at upper right. The plates movement means that magma (bottom right) is now also being erupted from the submarine volcano Loihi Seamount. Loihi may one day rise above the waters surface to become the ninth main Hawaiian Island
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Media ID 6357623
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Big Island Formation Hawaii Island Islands Volcano Hawaiian Islands
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 20.7cm (9.6" x 8.1")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the mesmerizing process of island formation in the renowned Hawaii island chain, located in the United States. Through a stunning computer illustration, we witness how molten rock, known as magma, erupts from volcanoes as the Pacific Plate gradually moves over a hot spot within the Earth's crust. The arrow thoughtfully indicates the direction of this movement. At the upper right corner lies Big Island, adorned with lush greenery and standing proudly as the largest island within this magnificent chain. However, what makes this image even more intriguing is that it reveals an ongoing transformation beneath its surface. As a result of plate movement, magma is now being erupted from Loihi Seamount—a submarine volcano situated at bottom right—hinting at its potential to rise above water one day and become Hawaii's ninth main island. The artwork not only captures nature's awe-inspiring beauty but also serves as a reminder of our planet's dynamic geological processes. It highlights how these forces shape our environment and create breathtaking landscapes like those found in Hawaii. This remarkable depiction by Science Photo Library allows us to appreciate both the artistic representation and scientific significance behind island formation—an everlasting testament to Earth's ever-evolving geography.
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