noun
- a volcanic vent that emits carbon dioxide and other gases but no lava
Usage: geological
Examples
- The geologist studied the mofette to measure carbon dioxide emissions.
- Mofettes are common in volcanic regions where underground gases escape to the surface.
- The research team installed monitoring equipment near the mofette.
- Unlike active volcanoes, a mofette releases only gases, not molten rock.
- The mofette’s steady gas emission indicated ongoing volcanic activity below.