viscous

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These results indicate that many volcanoes containing viscous magma may vent gas more effectively than previously assumed.

From Science Daily

“Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Rainier, Mt. Hood, Crater Lake — those kind of volcanoes have a lot more gas and are more explosive in general. The magma is more viscous,” Chadwick said.

From Los Angeles Times

The energy is serene, but viscous, especially when you focus on the allegations.

From Los Angeles Times

“It is the consistency of, say, honey. It is very, very viscous,” says Dr Burke.

From BBC

To prevent damage from acid and microbes, conservators usually remove water from these artifacts by freeze-drying or using a process that replaces the water with highly pressurized carbon dioxide or a viscous polymer.

From Science Daily