What is eyjafjallayokull?

Eyjafjallajökull is a glacier-capped volcano located in southern Iceland. It gained international attention during its 2010 eruption, which disrupted air travel across Europe due to the massive ash cloud it produced. The name translates to "island mountain glacier" in English, reflecting both its geological features and its location. The volcano is part of the larger volcanic system known as the East Volcanic Zone.