Fremrinámur
Fremrinámur (Icelandic pronunciation: [ˈfrɛmrɪˌnauːmʏr̥]) is a volcano with a volcanic system located on the basalt plateau in Iceland. It is at the junction of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge and the Greenland–Iceland–Faeroe Ridge.[2] It is one of five volcanic systems found in the axial rift zone in north east Iceland.[3]
| Fremrinámur | |
|---|---|
  Fremrinámur | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 939 m (3,081 ft)[1] |
| Listing | List of volcanoes in Iceland |
| Coordinates | 65°25′47″N 16°39′00″W |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | Volcanic caldera |
| Last eruption | 1200 BCE (?) |
The last eruption was in 800 BC (± 300 years).[1]
References
- "List of Icelandic Volcanoes". Archived from the original on October 9, 2011. Retrieved June 7, 2012.
- "Geology". Retrieved June 7, 2012.
- "Geothermal Projects in NE Iceland at Krafla, Bjarnarflag, Gjástykki and Theistareykir" (PDF). p. 13. Retrieved June 7, 2012. The elevation is about 939 m (3081 ft).
External links
- "Fremrinámar". Global Volcanism Program. Smithsonian Institution. Retrieved 2021-06-25.
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