
How a Lava Tube Forms
Clip: Season 2 Episode 2 | 2m 15sVideo has Closed Captions
Steve explains how a lava tube forms as he and team search for an entrance.
Steve explains how a lava tube forms as he and his team search by helicopter and car for an opening that will gain them access to explore the inside of one of these unique underground tunnels.
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How a Lava Tube Forms
Clip: Season 2 Episode 2 | 2m 15sVideo has Closed Captions
Steve explains how a lava tube forms as he and his team search by helicopter and car for an opening that will gain them access to explore the inside of one of these unique underground tunnels.
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Clip: S2 Ep2 | 3m 44s | Steve and team examine the lava tube opening to identify a stable entry point. (3m 44s)
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Clip: S2 Ep2 | 2m 13s | Steve and team stumble upon something rare and beautiful inside the lava tube. (2m 13s)
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Clip: S2 Ep2 | 4m 55s | Steve and team find evidence of ancient life inside the lava tube. (4m 55s)
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