geology

Presents geological phenomena such as the Santorini Islands, Niagara Falls, Hawaii's volcanoes, Surtsey (off Iceland), Lanzarote, Canary Islands, New Zeland geysers, and Grand Canyon.

On a special field trip in the magic school bus, Ms. Frizzle's class learns first hand about different kinds of rocks and the formation of the earth.

Examines the events of the volcanic eruption on the Greek island of Calliste in 1650 BCE.

Discusses Geologic upheavels.

Explores volcanoes and what causes them to erupt. Discusses lava, pyroclastic materials, and the Ring of Fire. Also weathering and erosion, including processes such as frost wedging, exfoliation and thermal expansion, and chemical weathering.