Text and photographic illustrations explain what volcanoes and earthquakes are, what forces cause their occurance and their devastating effects. Describes how movements in the earth's crust cause land to be created and destroyed.
Describes the characteristics of forests flourishing in the temperate areas of the world where the seasons are well defined and temperature and rainfall varies throughout the year.
Contains illustrations and descriptions of over one hundred rocks and minerals, providing information about each specimen's distinctive features, color, uses, and occurrence.
