Do you know about Volcanic ash?
Volcaninc ash
Volcanic ash consists of fragments released during volcanic activity, formed by the breaking apart of underground magma at temperatures exceeding 1,600°C due to shock or erosion from volcanic gases. It is made up of small particles ranging from 0.15 to 4 mm in size that are the remnants of lava ejected from volcanoes. Additionally, magma is composed of minerals formed from volcanic ash and lava resulting from volcanic eruptions. The main elements include O, Si, Al, Ca, Na, K, Fe, and Mg. If the main component is silicon (SiO₂) at over 60%, it is classified as granite magma; otherwise, it is basaltic magma. Among these, granite magma is rare worldwide, and the granite magma from the Auvergne region of France is known for containing highly concentrated minerals and is recognized as a pure natural material.
Theme 1. Why is the water in the Arctic and Jeju Island so clean?
Þingvellir National Park, Iceland
The reason the water is so clean is partly due to the low temperatures, but also because it has been purified over decades by passing through volcanic rock.
Jeju Island
The rainwater is purified as it passes through dozens of layers of basalt geological formations and the volcanic ash layer above.
The secret to the clear and clean water in both regions is Natural volcanic ash
Theme 2. Porous Materials
Porous materials, such as activated carbon, consist of 15-95% of their volume being pores. Volcanic ash is also a porous material that forms when magma is released into the atmosphere, allowing volatile components to escape and creating numerous pores.
Why is the porosity of volcanic ash beneficial?
Volcanic ash is composed of sediments made up of small particles ranging from 0.15 to 4 mm. With such fine particles and numerous holes, it can adsorb harmful substances like soil and heavy metals from the human body. This porosity of volcanic ash contributes to creating smooth and healthy skin.
Theme 3. What is the Far Infrared Radiation Effect of Volcanic Ash?
The far infrared radiation rate of volcanic ash is generally over 85%. Far infrared radiation is the most beneficial wavelength (8-10 mm) for the human body among infrared rays, penetrating deeply into the skin and absorbing 80 times deeper than regular heat.
Effects of Far Infrared Radiation
- Biological Effects: Expansion of microvessels in the body, elimination of waste and heavy metals.
- Energy Savings: Efficient heating function due to deep penetration into materials.
- Sterilization Effect: Ability to sterilize at low temperatures without damaging or destroying tissues.
- Odor Removal: Decomposition of cations, removal of odors, and activity that expands oxygen with anions.
- Activation of Water Molecules: Activation of dissolved oxygen inhibits bacterial penetration and maintains freshness.
- Growth Promotion: Stimulates metabolic activity and enhances growth rates.
Theme 4. Various Functions of Volcanic Ash
Volcanic ash is a natural mineral with high functionality, including antibacterial properties, moisture absorption, moisturizing ability, odor removal and deodorization effects, as well as water and air purification capabilities. It also possesses far infrared radiation, anti-allergy properties, and the ability to prevent dust mites.
Antibacterial Properties
Far Infrared Radiation
Moisturizing
Anti-Allergy & Anti-Mite
Deodorization
Water and Air Purification
Theme 5. Why is Volcanic Ash Excellent for Atopy?
In the 21st century, atopy has emerged as a widespread social issue. Atopic dermatitis is commonly referred to as eczema (atopy is the most common type of eczema).
Eczema
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis: This occurs because the immune system recognizes a foreign substance that comes into contact with the skin, resulting in redness and oozing.
- Contact Dermatitis: This occurs when the skin directly contacts an allergenic substance, causing a specific area of the skin to become red, itchy, and burning.
Frequent use of synthetic fibers is a factor that exacerbates atopic skin.
