volcanic activity prediction

Readers will learn why volcanoes erupt, what damage they cause, and how eruptions are predicted.

"This book discusses the science behind volcanic eruptions. The chapters examine notable volcanic eruptions in history, explain why volcanoes erupt, and show how scientists are working to understand and predict eruptions."--Publisher.

Explores the science behind the Mount St. Helens volcano's eruptions and shows readers how to do their own sleuthing, sifting through the evidence and searching for clues, to determine when and if the volcano will erupt again.

Millions of people around the world live in the shadow of active volcanoes. From Japan's Mount Fuji to the 'Sleeping Giant' submerged beneath Naples to the Yellowstone 'Supervolcano' in the United States, Nova travels with scientists who are attempting to discover how likely these volcanoes are to erupt, when it might happen, and exactly how deadly they could prove to be.

"This book discusses the science behind volcanic eruptions. The chapters examine notable volcanic eruptions in history, explain why volcanoes erupt, and show how scientists are working to understand and predict eruptions."--Publisher.

"Find out how scientists measure volcanic activity"--Provided by publisher.

This book discusses the science behind volcanic eruptions. The chapters examine notable volcanic eruptions in history, explain why volcanoes erupt, and show how scientists are working to understand and predict eruptions. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.

Describes the forces that eminate from deep within the earth.

Describes the technology involved in predicting volcanic eruptions.

Discusses how to predict and survive earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.