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"Subsequent re-crystallisation of the molten material will generate intense acoustic signals."

Why would it make any noise?

I imagined to be like ice which does make crackling noises when it freezes due to expansion, except cooling rocks will shrink causing the same. Re-solidifying rock would probably sound louder and the acoustic signature may travel further.

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