Rocks and minerals

"Did you know that minerals were necessary for the beginning of life? Or that geothermal power could provide all the energy the world needs? Planet Earth is our home, but how much do you really know about the world beneath your feet? . . . offers a glimpse under the surface of the earth and explores the forces that have shaped and continue to shape our world . . . learn how the earth transformed from a ball of dust and gases to the planet we know today. And see how the earth continues to change through plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, and even wind and water"--Back cover.