The lava at Kilauea volcano in Hawaii erupts at a temperature of approximately 1000 degrees Celsius. How could geologists overcome this problem when studying the lava flow?
A) Pour water on the lava.
B) Don't bother studying the lava flow.
C) Take pictures from far away and study them in the lab.
D) Wear heat-resistant clothing and use tools that reach the flow from a few meters away.

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Geologists could wear heat-resistant clothing and use tools that reach the flow from a few meters away to study the lava flow. Pouring water on the lava would not be effective, and not studying the lava flow would not be practical. Taking pictures from far away could be useful, but direct sampling and analysis of the lava would provide more detailed information.

The Lava at Kilauea Volcano in Hawaii Erupts at a Temperature