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Through diagrams, hands-on experiments, and biographies, this book introduces earthquakes, a shaking or trembling of the ground when rocks along a crack in Earth's surface suddenly shift.

Explores the plants, animals, and environment that make up coral reef ecosystems.

Looks at oceans, covering where they are located, plant and ocean life, and more.

Explores all facets of oil as a natural resource, investigating its natural history, human uses, technology, environmental impact, and more.

Presents a short study of grasslands, covering where they are located, plants and wildlife, and more.

An introduction to rain forest biomes, looking at where they are located in the world, the types and climates of rain forests, and native plants and animals, and discussing why rain forests are in danger and the types of jobs available for people who want to work in rain forests.

A short study of the various types of wetlands, covering bogs, fens, marshes, and swamps and discussing where they are located, plants and wildlife, endangered animals, and efforts to protect it.

"Lake Michigan is the only Great Lake that the United States does not share with Canada. Its shoreline is considered one of the most scenic parts of the United States. Find out more in Lake Michigan, one of the titles in The Great Lakes. Each title in this series explores key topics such as geological history, ecosystems, and human impact in order to help readers better understand the importance of the Great Lakes and why they must be protected"--Back...

An exploration of tornadoes, covering what causes them, chasers, myths about them, significant tornadoes, and more.

Looks at the causes, locations, history, and all-time records of hurricanes.