Shows the volcanic activity of the island of Surtsey near Iceland throughout 1965-l966. Submarine eruptions create the temporary neighbouring islands of Syrtlingur and Jolnir, reduced to shoals soon after they cease erupting. After a quiescent period new eruptions begin on Surtsey itself. Meanwhile scientific investigations continue, a permanent base is established and plant life appears. A continuation of the film Birth of an Island (502828).
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
009650
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Iceland - Description and travel
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Geology
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Life (Biology)
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Volcanoes
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Geology
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Life (Biology)
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)