barometers

Readers will get firsthand experience with this epic branch of science through fun experiments they can do in their own backyard or park.

This book discusses the science behind tornadoes and their effects. The chapters describe deadly tornadoes, examine the weather conditions that cause tornadoes, and explain how people prepare for these disasters. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.

This book discusses the science behind avalanches and their effects.

Explains the uses of a meteorologist's tools, including the value of barometers, weather radar, thermometers, and computer models.