Examines the geography, weather, animals, people, and resources of the Arctic Ocean. Includes fact boxes, a quiz, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.
Provides an introduction to the Arctic Ocean, describing its relatively shallow continental shelf and its underwater mountains, along with the people and animals that survive in the freezing cold conditions.
The Arctic Ocean is a hard place to live. Frigidly cold, the ocean freezes during the long, dark winters. In summer, you can still find ice there. Discover the plants and animals that live in, on, and near this special place, and the scientists who explore its mysteries.
Describes the cooperation between the United States and Canadian Coast Guards in patrolling the Arctic seas, using icebreakers to keep them open to navigation, warning ships of dangerous icebergs, and carrying out supply and rescue operations.
the true story of a U.S. Cold War submarine's covert operations against the Soviet Union
Sasgen, Peter T.
2009
The untold story of a covert submarine espionage operation against the Soviet Union during the Cold War, as experienced by the commanding officer of an active submarine. Few individuals outside the intelligence and submarine communities then knew anything about these top-secret missions, now known as the U.S. Navy's "silent service." Cloaking itself in virtual invisibility to avoid detection, the USS Blackfin went sub vs. sub, deep within Soviet-controlled waters north of the Arctic Circle, where the risks were extraordinarily high and anything could happen.--From publisher description.
Describes the physical characteristics, plant and animal life, explorers, and environmental problems of the world's smallest ocean, the Arctic. Includes Internet links to web sites related to oceans.
Presents an introduction to the Arctic Ocean, providing information on its physical features, climate, currents, marine life, and people and settlement.
Oceanographer Dr. Carol Harmon calls upon her ex-husband and colleague Brock Garner for help when her research team discovers a deadly radiation leak beneath the Arctic ice that threatens the entire world.
