geothermal resources

"Water that lurks beneath the Earths surface is usually far easier to ignore than the water that covers it, until that water bursts forth above ground as geysers and hot springs. This ... volume explains to young readers where this water comes from and its relationship to volcanic activity underground. They will also learn where on Earth these spectacular eruptions are found, how geothermal energy can be harnessed for our use, and much more"--Amazon.com.

An introduction to geothermal energy, covering collection, pros and cons, and geothermal energy in the future.

Explores the history and future of geothermal energy, and highlights how it's harvested. Includes text-related questions, a glossary, resources for further information, and color photographs.

Describes geothermal energy, its uses, and its benefits and drawbacks. Includes an activity, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Follows one girl's journey to uncover facts about geothermal energy. Examines the history of geothermal power, its benefits, and its drawbacks. Includes activities, a glossary, and further resources.

Explores the story of how geothermal scientist Andr?s Ruzo found the no-longer mythical "boiling river" in the Amazon Rainforest, a place in a river where the waters are so hot that locals are said to brew tea in them. Discusses the political and environmental aspects of protecting this geothermal phenomenon.

"[Describes] the different forms of geothermal energy, how people are harnessing and using this rich supply, and how it could be an important part of our energy future."--Provided by publisher.

Discusses splitting atoms, understanding radiation, nuclear waste and more.

Explores geothermal energy and the uses for it.

Simple text, photographs, and maps describe places around the world that are extremely hot, including Bangkok, Thailand; Dallol, Ethiopia; Marble Bar, Australia; Furnace Creek Ranch, California; Al Aziziyah, Libya; hydrothermal vents; and the Earth's core.