plate tectonics

Presents a concise study of plate tectonics, and examines continental drift, earthquake disasters around the world, and more.

Describes the development of geological theory from the ancient Greek philosophers to the discovery of plate tectonics, which explains the forming of geological structures.

Discusses the history and development of tectonic theory; how tectonics helps scientists predict earthquakes and volcanic eruptions; and how engineers can apply this knowledge to mining, cartography, and designing buildings.

Describes the theory of plate tectonics and the various forces that continue to change the surface of the earth. Discusses the history of the theory as well as evidence that seems to dispute it.

Brief exploration of the ring of volcanoes around the Pacific ocean called the "Ring of Fire.".

Presents an introduction to prehistoric North America, providing information on the Cenozoic Era, describing the land forms, environmental conditions, and creatures who roamed this territory over twenty million years ago.

Discusses plate tectonics, the theory that the surface of the earth is always moving, and the connection of this phenomenon to earthquakes and volcanoes.

Provides an overview of how an earthquake becomes a tsunami. Describes what causes earthquakes; where fault lines, tectonic plates, and volcanoes are located; the effects of the 2004 tsunami; and how to prevent loss of life from tsunamis. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and sources of additional information.

Some of the planets most destructive forces including earthquakes and volcanic activity are caused by the same factors that helped shape much of the Earth as it is today. Plate tectonics, movement of the Earth's outer layers, can occur in a number of different ways and produce a range of results, some minor and others far more devastating.

Explores the nature, causes, and effects of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, describes the process of plate tectonics, and examines various volcanic and earthquake activity around the world.