Photon Phright-day: Ghost Islands

The video explores Earth's observation through satellite altimetry, focusing on the Kingdom of Tonga's volcanic islands. It highlights the formation and erosion of islands like Hunga Tonga and Latte Eiki, observed with satellite precision. The transient nature of these islands is discussed, emphasizing the dynamic oceanic environment and the geological processes at play.

What is special about the Kingdom of Tonga in terms of its geological features?

Describe the formation and characteristics of Hunga Tonga Hunga Ha'apai.

How do tropical cyclones affect volcanic islands like Hunga Tonga?

What happened to the island Latte Eiki after its formation in 2019?

What does the existence of undersea volcanoes indicate about the geological activity in the region?