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  • The Science of Tsunamis

    Leon Gray

    Library Binding (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Tsunamis can involve waves that move as fast as passenger jets and grow to heights taller than skyscrapers. As astonishing as these huge waves might be, theyre also a deadly phenomenon happening more often around the world. Readers will encounter some of the most destructive tsunamis of all time while they explore the science behind these occurrences. An explanation of plate tectonics and wave formations are a few of the exciting science concepts that readers are introduced to through real-life examples and lots of surprising facts. Full-color photographs and detailed illustrations will guide readers through one of natures scariest disasters, while highlighting the populations tsunamis have affectedand those they will affect in the future.
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  • Hurricanes: The Science Behind Killer Storms

    Dr Alvin Silverstein, Dr Virginia Silverstein, Laura Silverstein Nunn

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 2009)
    "Examines the science behind hurricanes, including how and where tropical storms form, the various types of tropical storms, how scientists track hurricanes, and provides hurricane safety tips"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Wildfires: The Science Behind Raging Infernos

    Dr Alvin Silverstein, Dr Virginia Silverstein, Laura Silverstein Nunn

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Sept. 1, 2009)
    Examines the science behind wildfires, including what causes them, the different types of wildfires, their devastating effects, and how to stay safe during a wildfire.
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  • Floods: The Science Behind Raging Waters and Mudslides

    Dr Alvin Silverstein, Dr Virginia Silverstein, Laura Silverstein Nunn

    Library Binding (Enslow Publishers, Sept. 1, 2009)
    What makes a rainstorm turn into a raging flood or a destructive mudslide? Learn what causes severe weather storms and the resulting floods and learn how we can prepare ourselves to be safe. FLOODS: THE SCIENCE BEHIND RAGING WATERS AND MUDSLIDES explores the causes behind these disasters and how scientists study them.
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  • Tornadoes: The Science Behind Terrible Twisters

    Dr Alvin Silverstein, Dr Virginia Silverstein, Laura Silverstein Nunn

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, June 1, 2009)
    "Discusses the science behind tornadoes, including how and where they form, the scientific methods to track and predict them, and tornado safety tips"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Earthquakes: The Science Behind Seismic Shocks and Tsunamis

    Alvin Silverstein, Virginia B. Silverstein, Laura Silverstein Nunn

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, July 1, 2009)
    "Examines the science behind earthquakes and tsunamis, including what makes them happen, where they occur, how they are measured, and tips to stay safe during an earthquake"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Volcanoes: The Science Behind Fiery Eruptions

    Dr Alvin Silverstein, Dr Virginia Silverstein, Laura Silverstein Nunn

    Library Binding (Enslow Pub Inc, Sept. 1, 2009)
    "Examines the science behind volcanoes, including what causes them to erupt, the inner-workings of a volcano, underwater volcanoes, and how to stay safe during an eruption"--Provided by publisher.
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  • The Science of Tsunamis

    Leon Gray

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Introduces tsunamis, discussing their causes, the nature of a wave, the destruction they bring, and how scientists study them.
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  • The Science of Hurricanes

    Angela Royston

    Paperback (Gareth Stevens Pub Learning library, Jan. 1, 2013)
    Introduces hurricanes, discussing their causes, how to prepare for a storm, the damage they bring, and the post-disaster rebuilding process.
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  • The Science of Forest Fires

    Carol Hand

    Paperback (Cavendish Square, July 15, 2019)
    Forest fires occur all over the world. Some are small, while others span across states and countries. This book explores the science behind forest fires: how they start, the damage they do, and ways to plan and prepare for the natural disaster. Through maps, photographs, and fast facts, readers will understand the workings of forest fires and their impact on the environment. They will likewise learn about ways fires are measured, where they happen, and what weather conditions are needed to create these powerful events.
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  • The Science Behind Wonders of Earth: Cave Crystals, Balancing Rocks, and Snow Donuts

    Amie Jane Leavitt

    Library Binding (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Our planet has many different kinds of landscapes and features, from mountains and snowscapes to rocks and caves. Each has its own amazing phenomena. The Science Behind Wonders of the Earth looks at some of these phenomena, explaining how and why they occur.
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  • The Science Behind Wonders of Earth: Cave Crystals, Balancing Rocks, and Snow Donuts

    Amie Jane Leavitt

    Paperback (Capstone Press, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Our planet has many different kinds of landscapes and features, from mountains and snowscapes to rocks and caves. Each has its own amazing phenomena. The Science Behind Wonders of the Earth looks at some of these phenomena, explaining how and why they occur.
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