Describes the forces of erosion such as glaciers, water, and wind, and dicsusses how they affect the earth's surface, and how their destructive effects can be prevented.
Examines the different forms of physical and chemical weathering that affect the Earth, touching on both the problems and benefits these have on the people who inhabit the land. Includes hands-on activities.
Surveys sundry rock formations, showing the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley. Discusses erosion's role in the formation of rocks and the subjects of petrification and fossils.
An introduction to wind and water that discusses wind power and waterpower, natural disasters, erosion, and weather changes. Includes a glossary and an index.
Explains how contours of the land are sculptured by violent phenomena such as landslides, as well as gradually eroded by chemical and mechanical weathering.
Looks at what happens during a landslide, discusses the causes and effects of erosion and landslides, and examines some of the possible future consequences.
Presents an introduction to erosion and weathering, in simple text with illustrations, including information on rock cycles, fossils, and the effects of various elements on erosion, including ice, wind, and water.
Provides an introduction to the scientific method and presents illustrated, step-by-step instructions for six experiments that illustrate the principles of erosion. Includes a glossary.
