I WONDER - Is A Hot Spring The Same As A Geyser?

Not all hot springs are geysers. Only a few have the ability to erupt, which depends on specific geological conditions such as the availability of underground water, the permeability of the rock, and the pressure of the steam.

Why do only a small number of hot springs have the ability to erupt?

What is the main factor that determines a hot spring's ability to erupt?

What geological conditions are necessary for a hot spring to erupt?

What role does underground water play in the eruption of hot springs?

How does the permeability of rock affect the eruption of hot springs?