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61) Volcanologist
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"Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a volcanologist. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included."--
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"Many people are surprised by the existence of a volcano in Yellowstone Park, so they might be even more alarmed to learn that some scientists think the area is home to a "supervolcano." It's entirely possible that this opening in Earth's crust will erupt with mind-boggling results. Volcanologists closely monitor the seismic activity in this region, but it can't hurt to be prepared. This high-interest book combines science knowledge with survival...
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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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"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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"Earth's landscape is constantly changing, but some geological events have more explosive effects than others. This daring book introduces readers to the power of volcanoes, one of nature's most mesmerizing and disruptive features. Readers will discover how volcanoes form and why they erupt so dramatically. They'll learn about the most infamous volcanoes that have shaped Earth, from Mount Vesuvius's destruction of Pompeii in 79 CE to the disastrous...
68) Into the volcano
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Get up close and personal with some of the world's most dangerous volcanoes through the eyes of volcano researcher Donna O'Meara.
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This book teaches young readers about how Earth's tectonic plates lead to features such as mountains and ocean trenches, as well as natural disasters such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions. Color illustrations and photographs, a glossary, a bibliography, a list of useful websites, and hands-on activities and projects are also provided.
70) Volcanoes
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"To ancient peoples, volcanic eruptions represented the wrath of angry gods or goddesses. Today, the inner workings of the Earth are far less mysterious, if still terrifying. This alluring volume demystifies the science of volcanism for elementary readers, explaining how magma forms, the part plate tectonics plays in eruptions, and what we can learn by looking at a volcano's shape. Also covered are some of the most famous eruptions in history. Accompanying...
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"Did you know coral reefs--some of the most colorful and lively places on Earth--and volcanoes--some of the most fiery and dangerous places--have a very interesting connection? An atoll is a coral island surrounding a lagoon. Atolls are formed when a reef grows around a sinking volcanic island. This book explores the relationship between volcanoes and reefs and the "life" cycle of a volcanic island. Full-color photographs provide readers with connections...
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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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"Kids will burst with excitement as they learn all about the science and wonder of volcanoes in this new National Geographic Kids Reader. The Level 3 text provides accessible, yet wide-ranging information for fluent readers. Plus, the book includes 100 fun facts for quick and quirky information on all kinds of volcanoes, all around the world--and even some that are out of this world! The Facts Readers series bridges the gap between short, digestible...
77) Volcanoes
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Explains, in simple terms, the characteristics of volcanoes and describes some famous eruptions and their aftermath.
78) Volcanoes
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Introduces volcanoes, describing how they form, why they erupt, and some of the most explosive eruptions throughout history.
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