geophysics

Describes the causes and study of twelve sorts of geologic hazards including earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, and drought, discussing the conditions under which they occur and listing further resources on each.

Traces the global geologic processes that have formed and shaped Earth and that continue to transform it, covering continental crust formation, tectonic processes, crustal uplift, volcanism, river courses, coastal geography, deserts, arctic geology, glacial landscapes, and unique landforms.

Examines the geologic forces that shape the Earth, and discusses the hazards posed by plate tectonic activity, earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, ground failure and collapse, floods, dust storms, glaciers, and impact cratering.

Describes the earth's physical characteristics, discussing interactions of climate, geology, and ecology.

Describes the earth's physical characteristics, discussing interactions of climate, geology, and ecology.

Introduces the planet Earth, including its orbit, geology, oceans, atmosphere, weather, and inhabitants.

Brief presentation of facts about a wide variety of natural phenomena, including weather, the ocean, plants, and the threat to nature caused by pollution.