Lower dacitic lava of Nisyros (21)

They are present on the NE caldera cliff, above the lower basic volcaniclastics.

These are 2-3 flows of ash-colored aphyric dacitic lava, approximately 40m thick.

Spectacular dykes feeding these lava flows are evident at the NE cliffs of the caldera, along the main road.

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