Author: Rolf Schick
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387217096
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
In this lay reader's introduction to the most spectacular and devastating of all geological events, Rolf Schick describes how earthquakes and volcanoes are related, and how they are an integral part of Earth's structure. Tracing the latest findings and theories in plate tectonics, he helps readers ask and answer the basic questions: What was it during the formation of Earth that led to these phenomena? Why do they occur in certain areas and not in others? How can we, within reason, protect ourselves from their devastation? And how far have we come, and how far can we go, in predicting when they will strike? For the reader who wants a concise and accessible guide to what makes the ground shake and explode, this is the perfect introduction.
The Little Book of Earthquakes and Volcanoes
Author: Rolf Schick
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387217096
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
In this lay reader's introduction to the most spectacular and devastating of all geological events, Rolf Schick describes how earthquakes and volcanoes are related, and how they are an integral part of Earth's structure. Tracing the latest findings and theories in plate tectonics, he helps readers ask and answer the basic questions: What was it during the formation of Earth that led to these phenomena? Why do they occur in certain areas and not in others? How can we, within reason, protect ourselves from their devastation? And how far have we come, and how far can we go, in predicting when they will strike? For the reader who wants a concise and accessible guide to what makes the ground shake and explode, this is the perfect introduction.
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN: 0387217096
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 172
Book Description
In this lay reader's introduction to the most spectacular and devastating of all geological events, Rolf Schick describes how earthquakes and volcanoes are related, and how they are an integral part of Earth's structure. Tracing the latest findings and theories in plate tectonics, he helps readers ask and answer the basic questions: What was it during the formation of Earth that led to these phenomena? Why do they occur in certain areas and not in others? How can we, within reason, protect ourselves from their devastation? And how far have we come, and how far can we go, in predicting when they will strike? For the reader who wants a concise and accessible guide to what makes the ground shake and explode, this is the perfect introduction.
The Golden Book of Volcanoes, Earthquakes, and Powerful Storms
Author: Laurence Pringle
Publisher: Golden Books
ISBN: 9780307159526
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Spine title: Volcanoes, earthquakes, and powerful storms. Examines the greatest forces of nature and explains what humans have learned from studying them.
Publisher: Golden Books
ISBN: 9780307159526
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 48
Book Description
Spine title: Volcanoes, earthquakes, and powerful storms. Examines the greatest forces of nature and explains what humans have learned from studying them.
My Little Book of Volcanoes and Earthquakes
Author: Claudia Martin
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781492473947
Category : Earthquake damage
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Answers to the questions: What is a volcano and what happens when they erupt? What is an earthquake and why does the earth shake?
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781492473947
Category : Earthquake damage
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Answers to the questions: What is a volcano and what happens when they erupt? What is an earthquake and why does the earth shake?
Volcanoes - Why Do They Happen?
Author: Baby Professor
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN: 1682808211
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Why do volcanoes go "ka-boom!"? This unique approach to vulcanology is highly inspiring to young children. The use of carefully selected images only help in driving home certain points of discussion. This is a picture book that your child will definitely love and learn the most from. Don't forget to grab a copy today!
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN: 1682808211
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Why do volcanoes go "ka-boom!"? This unique approach to vulcanology is highly inspiring to young children. The use of carefully selected images only help in driving home certain points of discussion. This is a picture book that your child will definitely love and learn the most from. Don't forget to grab a copy today!
Waking the Giant
Author: Bill McGuire
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199678758
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Argues that the rapid climate change will provoke geophysical events, such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0199678758
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 318
Book Description
Argues that the rapid climate change will provoke geophysical events, such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions.
Volcanoes and Earthquakes
Author: Chris Oxlade
Publisher: QEB Publishing
ISBN: 0711244618
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
Explore, create and investigate with Ava and George - the Geo Detectives! Use your detective skills to find out about volcanoes, earthquakes and other astounding natural events. With the Geo Detectives series, join two young detectives, Ava and George, in a hands-on exploration of the natural world. Learn about exciting geography topics, then investigate further with fun activities and projects to do at home and outside. What happens when a volcano erupts? Can we predict earthquakes? Where do most earthquakes occur in the world? Discover what amazing things happen in nature and use your own skills to find out why! Get answers about: Tectonic plates using a soggy biscuit How gas blows cinders out of a crater with popcorn, a plate, a cup and a straw Which materials are the best protection against heat using a chocolate bar How to measure quakes by making your own seismometer from everyday items Tsunamis by making your own model tsunami wave And much more! Encouraging young readers to investigate geography topics and to have fun while learning, this book will amaze and astound any reader with an interest in science and nature.
Publisher: QEB Publishing
ISBN: 0711244618
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 35
Book Description
Explore, create and investigate with Ava and George - the Geo Detectives! Use your detective skills to find out about volcanoes, earthquakes and other astounding natural events. With the Geo Detectives series, join two young detectives, Ava and George, in a hands-on exploration of the natural world. Learn about exciting geography topics, then investigate further with fun activities and projects to do at home and outside. What happens when a volcano erupts? Can we predict earthquakes? Where do most earthquakes occur in the world? Discover what amazing things happen in nature and use your own skills to find out why! Get answers about: Tectonic plates using a soggy biscuit How gas blows cinders out of a crater with popcorn, a plate, a cup and a straw Which materials are the best protection against heat using a chocolate bar How to measure quakes by making your own seismometer from everyday items Tsunamis by making your own model tsunami wave And much more! Encouraging young readers to investigate geography topics and to have fun while learning, this book will amaze and astound any reader with an interest in science and nature.
Why the Earth Quakes
Author: Matthys Levy
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 9780393037746
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Discusses origins, causes, and historical occurrences, of earthquakes and volcanoes and how to prepare for them.
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 9780393037746
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 236
Book Description
Discusses origins, causes, and historical occurrences, of earthquakes and volcanoes and how to prepare for them.
Volcano & Earthquake
Author: Susanna Van Rose
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780241539811
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Learn all about these natural disasters, their destructive impact and how they form. Find out how long eruptions last, what tectonic plates are and why these natural phenomena occur.
Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
ISBN: 9780241539811
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Learn all about these natural disasters, their destructive impact and how they form. Find out how long eruptions last, what tectonic plates are and why these natural phenomena occur.
Volcanoes
Author: Mauro Rosi
Publisher: Firefly Books
ISBN: 9781552976838
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Comprehensive guide to 100 active volcanoes around the world.
Publisher: Firefly Books
ISBN: 9781552976838
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 344
Book Description
Comprehensive guide to 100 active volcanoes around the world.
When the Earth Shakes
Author: Simon Winchester
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0670785369
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis. Headline-making natural disasters with devastating consequences for millions of people. But what do we actually know about these literally earth-shaking events? New York Times bestselling author, explorer, journalist, and geologist Simon Winchester—who’s been shaken by earthquakes in New Zealand, skied through Greenland to help prove the theory of plate tectonics, and even charred the soles of his boots climbing a volcano—looks at the science, technology, and societal impact of these inter-connected natural phenomena. A master nonfiction storyteller, Winchester digs deep into the powerful natural forces that shape the earth, exploring the how and why of world-changing events from the 19th-century’s infamous volcanic eruption at Krakatoa and the earthquake that flattened San Francisco, to the 21st-century tsunamis that devastated Indonesia and Japan. It’s a gripping story about what happens when our seemingly unmovable planet shakes, explodes, and floods—all richly illustrated with fascinating historical and stunning contemporary photographs.
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0670785369
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis. Headline-making natural disasters with devastating consequences for millions of people. But what do we actually know about these literally earth-shaking events? New York Times bestselling author, explorer, journalist, and geologist Simon Winchester—who’s been shaken by earthquakes in New Zealand, skied through Greenland to help prove the theory of plate tectonics, and even charred the soles of his boots climbing a volcano—looks at the science, technology, and societal impact of these inter-connected natural phenomena. A master nonfiction storyteller, Winchester digs deep into the powerful natural forces that shape the earth, exploring the how and why of world-changing events from the 19th-century’s infamous volcanic eruption at Krakatoa and the earthquake that flattened San Francisco, to the 21st-century tsunamis that devastated Indonesia and Japan. It’s a gripping story about what happens when our seemingly unmovable planet shakes, explodes, and floods—all richly illustrated with fascinating historical and stunning contemporary photographs.