There is no way of knowing, but it is not very likely. Unlike most volcanoes, the Yellowstone volcano is the result of a hot spot rather than a plate boundary. Even if plate tectonics did alter the behavior, the change would take place over the course of millions of years.
Yes. It's only a question of when, which is why the supervolcano's caldera is closely monitored.
There is no reason to believe Yellowstone will erupt any time in the next century.
I consider an eruption in Yellowstone in 2012 VERY unlikely, mostly because it's now 2013.
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Yes, because it can make a volcano erupt which will shoot up ash into the air.
Because climate has no affect on volcanoes. Issues like plate tectonics are more influential.
Because climate has no affect on volcanoes. Issues like plate tectonics are more influential.
There is no scientific evidence to suggest that Yellowstone will erupt in 2018. The volcano is closely monitored by experts, and any potential eruption would likely be preceded by warning signs.
Nature. with plate tectonics and stuff
Yellowstone is unique because it sits atop a volcanic hotspot rather than at a tectonic plate boundary, which is typical for most volcanoes. This hotspot has produced a series of massive eruptions over the past few million years, creating the large caldera we see today. While there is ongoing geothermal activity, scientists do not expect Yellowstone to erupt imminently; the likelihood of an eruption in the near future is considered low based on current monitoring and research.
It is extremely unlikely. Currently, there is no indication that something is developing.
Yes. It erupted 3 time in the last 2.1 million years