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A Chemical Cauldron
Photograph by Carsten Peter
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Too narrow to admit much fresh air, the Niri Taten crater holds a witches’ brew of sulfur and chlorine gases. Expedition members can only look in from the safety of the rim.
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Camera:
Nikon F5
Film Type:
Kodak 100VS
Lens:
20-35mm f/2.8
Speed and F-Stop:
1/45 @ f/2.8
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Weather Conditions:
Overcast
Time of Day:
night
Lighting Techniques:
None
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SPECIAL EQUIPMENT OR COMMENTS:
The acid gases were attacking the camera lens and coating the camera. The surface of the lens was destroyed, creating poor optics.
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