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Sulfur contents and δ34S values of Somma-Vesuvius magmas are consistent with syneruptive, open-system degassing at temperatures of 800–850°C for Plinian pumices and 1100–1200°C for lavas. The extent of degassing appears to be greater in lavas than in pumices. The key parameter controlling the 34S/32S ratio of Somma-Vesuvius volcanics is the average magma oxidation state, which generally varies from 0.85 to 1.20 Δ NNO units for lavas and from 1.20 to 1.40 Δ NNO units for pumices. Consequently, S contents and δ34S values of magmas constitute a potentially valuable tool in estimating their average redox conditions. The results of this study may help in risk mitigation when the Vesuvius magmatic system evolves toward eruptive conditions.
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Received: 20 January 1998 / Accepted: 5 May 1998
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Marini, L., Chiappini, V., Cioni, R. et al. Effect of degassing on sulfur contents and δ34S values in Somma-Vesuvius magmas. Bull Volcanol 60, 187–194 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1007/s004450050226
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s004450050226