Books in 21st Century Science series

Relying on the most recent scientific studies on climate change, these guidebooks take a new look at the history of natural disasters. With a captivating blend of vivid photographs, color illustrations, and lively writing, these works dramatize the forces that drive the earth's atmosphere, geology, and oceans. Both a guide to green living and an introduction to scientific concepts, this resource shows why pollution poses a new threat for our planet. Demystifiying the study of the environment, this guide skillfully sorts out the facts: air pollution comes from burning fuel, light pollution makes it hard to see the stars at night, oil spills kill marine animals, landfills must be carefully managed, and even noise can be a type of pollution.

Relying on the most recent scientific studies on climate change, these guidebooks take a new look at the history of natural disasters. With a captivating blend of vivid photographs, color illustrations, and lively writing, these works dramatize the forces that drive the earth's atmosphere, geology, and oceans. Describing how and why earthquakes occur, this guide introduces geological science and the use of seismology to detect movement beneath the earth's surface. Topics include famous earthquakes of the past, the anatomy of a quake, the behavior of tsunamis, and new techniques for detecting tremors with satellites. The effects of earthquakes in populated areas are shown in photos of buckled roads and bridges, destroyed buildings, and outbreaks of fire, and a discussion of modern techniques for rescuing and aiding victims is also included.