What is a 'fumarole'?

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wickedwillie

A fumarole is an opening in the earth's crust, often in the neighbourhood of volcanoes, which emits steam and gases such as carbon dioxide, hydrochloric acid, and hydrogen sulfide. The term is derived from the Latin 'fumus' (smoke).

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It's what you let out if you leave the fumagate open yo...

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