Krakatau

Krakatau

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Anak Krakatau


Anak Krakatau is "the child of Krakatau" that rose from the sea floor. It first appeared to have broken the surface in 1927. It's 500 meters high and has been rising for over 50 years. Each year it grows an average of 6 meters. It is currently about 200 meters above sea level and has a diameter of 2 kilometers.

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Anak Krakatau

Anak Krakatau
The Child of Krakatau

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