natural resources

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Geothermal power

2010
An exploration of geothermal power that describes how it is harnessed and discusses its advantages and disadvantages as well as its potential for being used as a primary source of energy.

Precious water

a book of thanks
2002
A young girl celebrates our most precious natural resource, describes the sources of water and its importance to all living things, and expresses her gratitude for this gift of nature.

Natural resources

1994
Discusses the basic geology of the Earth, looks at how rocks and minerals are used, and provides information about the planet's natural energy resources.

North America

AV2
2013
From its arctic north to its tropical south, North America is home to many different landscapes, wildlife, natural resources, climates, and cultures.

The Great Lakes

an environmental atlas and resource book
1987

Overpopulation

crisis or challenge?
1991
Discusses the economic, political, and moral aspects of global overpopulation and the subsequent pressures placed on the world's natural resources and life support systems.

The Complete guide to environmental careers

1989
Presents information needed to learn about the careers available in the environmental field.

Too many people?

1992
Presents opposing views on the effects of the earth's rising population.

Earth's resources

2007
Describes how Earth's various natural resources, including air, water, minerals, soil, and fossil fuels, are obtained and used, and discusses threats to these resources; conservation; and nuclear and renewable energy.

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