Bibliograph

The science of natural disasters, the devastating truth about volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis, written by Alex Woolf ; illustrated by Andy Rowland

Type

Label

The science of natural disasters, the devastating truth about volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis, written by Alex Woolf ; illustrated by Andy Rowland

Language

eng

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The science of natural disasters

Oclc number

1004511643

Responsibility statement

written by Alex Woolf ; illustrated by Andy Rowland

Series statement

The science of

Sub title

the devastating truth about volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis

Summary

"Our planet can be violent and destructive. Volcanoes erupt, sending out clouds of ash and rivers of molten lava. Earthquakes shake up the land, destroying buildings and sparking destructive fires. Tsunamis--enormous ocean waves--crash onto the shore, devastating coastal communities. This fascinating guide to natural disasters combines fact-packed, easy-to-read text with colorful and quirky illustrations. From earthquakes to volcanoes, it is an eye-opening introduction to the devastating and often terrifying power of the natural world and how science can be used to predict disasters and help prevent loss of life"--Publisher's website

Table Of Contents

Cracks in the crust -- How volcanoes form -- Fountains and explosions -- The impact of eruptions -- How earthquakes happen -- Caught in a quake -- After the quake -- How tsunamis happen -- When tsunamis strike -- After the waves -- Rebuilding -- Predicting disasters

Target audience

juvenile

Classification

Contributor