Artemisia Geyser facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Artemisia Geyser |
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Aretemisia Geyser during eruption
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| Location | Upper Geyser Basin, Yellowstone National Park, Teton County, Wyoming |
| Coordinates | 44°28′42″N 110°50′55″W / 44.478304°N 110.8485545°W |
| Type | Fountain Geyser |
| Eruption height | Up to 30 ft (9.1 m) |
| Frequency | 9 to 36 hours |
| Duration | 15 to 25 minutes |
| Temperature | 177 °F (81 °C) |
Map of Upper Geyser Basin
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Artemisia Geyser is a famous geyser found in the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park. This amazing natural feature is located in the United States, specifically in Teton County, Wyoming. Geysers are special hot springs that shoot out water and steam into the air.
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What is Artemisia Geyser?
Artemisia Geyser is a type of geyser called a "fountain geyser." This means it erupts from a pool of water, sending water high into the air like a fountain. It's part of a group of geysers called the Cascade Group. Another geyser in this group is Atomizer Geyser.
How Artemisia Geyser Erupts
Artemisia Geyser puts on a spectacular show! When it erupts, the water can shoot up to 30 feet (9.1 m) (about 9 meters) high. These eruptions usually last for about 15 to 25 minutes.
Before a big eruption, the pool around Artemisia Geyser will quietly overflow for many hours. However, there isn't much warning that a major eruption is about to happen. The water just suddenly starts to overflow much faster, and then the eruption begins!
During an eruption, you might hear a strong thumping sound from underground. This sound is caused by steam bubbles collapsing deep inside the geyser's channels. It's like the geyser is rumbling before it bursts!
Minor and Major Eruptions
Sometimes, Artemisia Geyser has smaller eruptions that last about 5 minutes. These are called "minor eruptions." If you see a minor eruption, it's a good sign that a "major eruption" will happen within the next six hours.
How Often Does it Erupt?
The time between Artemisia Geyser's eruptions can vary a lot. For example, in 2009, the breaks between eruptions ranged from 9 to 36 hours. On average, it erupted about every 18 hours and 43 minutes. This means you might have to be patient to see its full power!
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Artemisia Geyser during eruption
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Map of Upper Geyser Basin
