Category: Geothermal Features

Námafjall Hverir

Námafjall Hverir

Mývatn Region, Iceland NámafjallHverir Historical Notes“Námafjall is a high temperature geothermal area with fumaroles and mud pots. At a depth of 1000m, the temperature is above 200°C. Along with steam comes fumarole gas, such as hydrogen sulfide which is responsible for the characteristic hot spring smell in these areas. The hot springs produce considerable sulphur deposits.…

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