volcanoes

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 diagrams illustrate Earth's inner layers, while images showcase the range of effects volcanoes can have on their surroundings, encouraging readers to consider the extent of nature's fiery fury.

Tom and Kevin have to rely on their instincts to survive when a volcano erupts while they are camping and their lives are put in danger by the lava.

Volcanes ofrecen ma?s de un show espectacular al explotar. Tambie?n son pistas sobre lo que ocurre en la superficie de la Tierra. El texto presenta conceptos cienti?ficos fundamentales, tales como el calor y la presio?n, mientras que explican co?mo los distintos tipos de volcanes contribuir a paisajes de la Tierra.

Looks at where volcanoes are located, how and why they erupt, and how they change the land around them.

Answers questions about volcanoes, how they form and how and why they erupt.

Explains in simple language how mountains change and form, and how some begin as volcanoes.

An illustrated study of volcanoes, covering how they form, eruptions, magma, gases, and more.

This book answers every question a child might have about volcanoes.

Describes natural disasters, such as tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes, explaining what causes them, their impact, and how they can be predicted.