molten

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In deeper layers, high pressure keeps gases dissolved in the molten rock, but once that pressure decreases, these gases escape and create bubbles.

From Science Daily

When Popocatepetl spewed smoke, ash and molten rock in May, Gutiérrez and his colleagues raised the threat level and fed local authorities real-time updates.

From Scientific American

Weighing less than half a pound each, they contain an explosive warhead that will fire a jet of molten metal downward capable of penetrating two and a half inches of armor plate.

From New York Times

A bridge over the river collapsed as a train crossed it early on June 24 near the town of Columbus and 10 cars fell into the water, spilling liquid asphalt and molten sulfur, officials said.

From Seattle Times

Dropping the melter’s temperature can damage the melter’s insulation, or refractory, which can harden and become ineffective if the temperature cools while the melter holds molten glass.

From Seattle Times