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mofette
The exhalation of carbon dioxide in an area of late-stage volcanic activity; also, the small opening from which the gas is emitted. Occurs in Yellowstone National Park. Etymol: French, noxious gas.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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