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Mudpots

MUDPOT COLORS

  • Mudpot Colors
  • Seasonal Variations
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    The brilliant yellow color at some mudpots is pure sulfur, while iron sulfides are responsible for the black color in Mud Caldron

    Two photos: one shows yellow bands around a mudpot; the other hsows a roiling black mudpot

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