hydrothermal

adjective

hy·dro·ther·mal ˌhī-drə-ˈthər-məl

: of or relating to hot water

—used especially of the formation of minerals by hot solutions rising from a cooling magma

hydrothermally

ˌhī-drə-ˈthər-mə-lē

adverb

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Yellowstone National Park, an almost mystical 2.2-million acre wonderland of dynamic hydrothermal activity, breathtaking scenery and spectacular wildlife, was established on this day in history, March 1, 1872. —

Kerry J. Byrne, Fox News, 1 Mar. 2023 The ground around hydrothermal areas of the park is thin and fragile, and scalding water lies just below the surface. —

Gregory Yeestaff Writer, Los Angeles Times, 17 Nov. 2022 The impeccable source on that is Robert Smith, a University of Utah professor emeritus who has studied the Yellowstone volcanic and hydrothermal system for 66 years and is known as Mr. Yellowstone. —

Joel Achenbach, Washington Post, 7 Nov. 2022 Nematova, now an 18-year-old graduating senior, was one of several students who worked together to create a hydrothermal hat that can help prevent heat stroke. —

Katie Reilly, Time, 8 June 2022 While there is no disputing the popularity of Yellowstone National Park as a destination known for its hydrothermal attractions, the park is also an incredible wildflower destination. —

J.d. Simkins, Sunset Magazine, 26 Apr. 2022 Yellowstone contains the densest concentration of active geysers in the world in one of the most extensive hydrothermal systems. —

Lauret Savoy, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Mar. 2022 Cassini detected methane, which suggests ecosystems—possibly around hydrothermal vents. —

Jamie Carter, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2023 This might indicate that Europa’s ocean is more like Earth’s or Enceladus’ oceans than previously thought, and bolsters some theories about hydrothermal activity on the moon. —

Korey Haynes, Discover Magazine, 12 June 2019 See More

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