Weiss, Malcolm E

Discusses the atmospheric conditions which result in hurricanes, tornadoes, cyclones, thunder, lightening, and clouds.

Discusses the changes in Earth's climate over the years and explains both natural and man-made reasons for them.

Introduces the theory of continental drift and discusses the various clues scientists have found to support it.

Discusses the food, mineral, and energy sources the sea holds for mankind and the need for international law to ensure that these sources are not exploited, polluted, or wasted.

Discusses a solution to an arithmetic problem based on the rhyme about Solomon Grundy's life.

An introduction to common materials, such as glass, sugar, and flint, including their chemical and physical properties and their uses.

Examines the increasing problem of hazardous waste disposal in our society.

Describes the building, operation, and uses of space factories, a concept made possible by the successful flights of the space shuttle.

Discusses one major problem of blindness--the sighted people who fear or misunderstand this handicap.

Discusses blindness and how those afflicted by it overcome this handicap.