Books in Earth's Energy Resources series

Describes the different turbines and windmills that are or have been used to generate power, and the positive and negative aspects of using them as a source of renewable energy.

Explains how the Earth produces heat that can be used at the surface, describes how people have used this geothermal heat over the years, and discusses it as a possible source of renewable energy.

Explains how stone is quarried, describes the production of concrete, glass, bricks, wallboard, and vermiculite, and shows how each is used in building construction

Describes how water can be and has been used to provide power, and discusses the positive aspects and drawbacks to using it as a renewable energy source.

Explains how nuclear energy is produced and the history of how it was discovered and discusses the dangers of using nuclear power--including plant meltdowns, nuclear bombs, and waste disposal--and its benefits.

Detailed coverage of key mineral resources and how they are extracted and used. Includes current environmental and health concerns. Clear text and outstanding photographs throughout.

Describes how biomass and biofuels provide energy, and discusses their use as renewable energy sources.

Explains how energy is produced using solar cells; describes how solar power has been used to power homes, businesses, and space stations; and discusses the benefits and drawbacks to using it as a source of energy.

Features of this title include: detailed coverage of key mineral resources and how they are extracted and used; current environmental concerns; and clear text and photographs throughout.

Describes the history of coal, gas, and oil--including how they are retrieved, refined, and used as a source of energy--and discusses the problems with using them to generate power.

Detailed coverage of key mineral resources and how they are extracted and used. Includes current environmental and health concerns. Clear text and outstanding photographs throughout.

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