supervolcano

A supervolcano is an extraordinarily large volcanic system capable of producing eruptions thousands of times more powerful than typical volcanoes. These eruptions release massive amounts of ash, gases, and magma, impacting global climate and ecosystems. Unlike regular volcanoes, supervolcano eruptions can create wide-ranging calderas—large, basin-like depressions—far beyond their original vents. Such events are rare but have occurred in Earth's history, like the eruption of Yellowstone’s magma chamber or the Toba supereruption. While they pose significant threat due to their scale, their infrequent activity means they are closely monitored to mitigate potential impacts.