Will Mount Vesuvius erupt Again? Animated explainer of new study

The video discusses the unpredictability of eruptions at Mount Vesuvius, highlighting past eruptions in 79 AD, 1944, and 1631. A recent study using Garnett crystals reveals how magma resides in chambers before eruptions, showing that larger eruptions involve a top chamber filling with magma that cools and crystallizes over time. Current seismic surveys indicate a magma reservoir is forming, but a major eruption like in 79 AD is unlikely soon. However, smaller eruptions remain possible, necessitating close monitoring.

What factors contribute to the prediction of volcanic eruptions according to the scientists?

How do Garnett crystals help in understanding magma behavior?

What is the significance of the magma reservoir found between 6 and 8 kilometers below Vesuvius?

Why is it unlikely for a major eruption to occur at Vesuvius soon?

What monitoring measures are suggested to track potential eruptions?