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1) Volcanoes
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Vesuvius, Krakatau, Kilauea, Nevado del Ruiz, Mount St. Helens, and other volcanoes have struck fear and wonder in the hearts of human beings for millennia. This fascinating topic is sure to capture the attention of all readers. The difference between cinder cones and shield volcanoes, how volcanoes cause mudslides called lahars, and much more is discovered through accessible text. The volume features great photos, including a two-page spread of the...
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"Something is stirring deep inside. A whisper hisses through its magma chamber. Gases gurgle. Steam spits out. Bubbles boil and pop. Suddenly, it's time to wake up! This lively book is the perfect pick for budding vulcanologists--or anyone who lves things that go...KABOOM!"--
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"Volcanoes and avalanches are extreme natural events on opposite ends of the temperature spectrum -- volcanoes cause destruction with hot lava, while avalanches do their damage with ice and snow. With the help of text that's broken down into manageable sections and visual elements such as graphic organizers and diagrams, readers enhance their understanding of the science behind volcanic eruptions and avalanches. Specific case studies emphasize the...
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"What's more frightening than a volcano? A tornado that forms from a volcano! A volcano tornado is a spinning vortex of air, formed from severe high heat. These deadly spinning columns can spew hot lava, leaving destruction in their wake. In this book, readers will learn all about this unique natural phenomenon. They'll discover historic examples of when volcano tornados have formed and the havoc they wreaked. Vibrant photographs and informative fact...
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"Lava shoots in the air, then bubbles down mountains, flattening, burning, and boiling everything in its path. The destructive forces of volcanoes are terrifying and well-known. But what about their other forces? Volcanoes can spur new growth of plants and trees. In the water, they create an environment where coral reefs and sea life can thrive. In fact, the meeting of volcanic fire and ocean water gave way to life on Earth. Award-winning children's...
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