tsunamis

Describes natural disasters, such as tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes, explaining what causes them, their impact, and how they can be predicted.

An illustrated exploration of tsunamis that discusses why they occur, the damage caused by them, how the are studied, and other related topics; and includes statistics, resources, a glossary, and an index.

Describes how tsunamis are formed, how they cause damage, and what people can do to protect themselves.

Provides an introduction to natural disasters, including tsunamis, earthquakes, volcano eruptions, landslides, and avalanches; discussing why they occur and the destruction they create.

In 2011, while visiting his father's hometown in Japan shortly after his death, Ben finds himself and his family being swept away by a terrible tsunami that leaves him stranded and alone in a strange country, far from home.

Examines what happens during a tsunami, why they occur, and how to keep safe; and describes disastrous tsunamis throughout history.

In 2011, while visiting his father's hometown in Japan shortly after his death, Ben finds himself and his family being swept away by a terrible tsunami that leaves him stranded and alone in a strange country, far from home.

"The Fukushima nuclear power plant was seriously damaged by a tsunami in 2011. Today, environmental problems continue, showing just how far-reaching damage from the massive waves of a tsunami can be. Other headline-grabbing tsunamis are profiled in this volume, providing readers with true-life examples as they learn about what causes tsunamis, where they are likely to hit, and how areas prepare for them throughout the main content. Full-color photographs of tsunami-caused devastation accompany the STEM content, boxes of real disaster statistics, and quotes from those who lived through a tsunami"--Provided by the publisher.

From volcanoes and earthquakes. to geysers and tsunamis, explore our planet and the dramatic events that effect our world.

Provides information about tsunamis, explaining how they form, where they occur, and how scientists study and predict them.