Lampton, Christopher

Discusses the many forms of electronic communication with an emphasis on the development of transmission using analog and digital signals.

Describes what causes forest fires and how they are extinguished. Shows the destruction wrought by fire as well as the beneficial effects on plant and animal life.

A graphic presentation of the causes and results of earthquakes, including research methods scientists employ as they investigate the origin, nature and control of this force.

Examines the stars, planets, and smaller objects in the universe and discusses space exploration, unidentified flying objects, and our future in space.

Examines the procedures and uses of DNA fingerprinting as a method of identification in forensic science.

Presents recent theories on man's origins from both the study of fossils and the study of molecules.

Explains sound and discusses such topics as how we hear, ultrasound, and sonar.

Explains what species are, how they become extinct, and the effect of extinction on the ecology, and surveys endangered species of plants and animals and possible solutions.

Traces the life and contributions of the famous inventor whose inventions such as the electric light bulb and phonograph helped change the world.

The terror of tornadoes unfolds with this account of the most devastating natural phenomenon in the world. Includes several precautions as to what to do when a tornado is approaching and how to build a storm cellar.