The environment is subjected to many natural and manmade disasters, from devastating hurricanes to explosive volcanoes to destructive oil spills. Look inside this book to learn about the science behind bridge collapses, including why it happens, what its effects are, and how scientists are working to predict or prevent it.

Discusses the science behind a pandemic, exploring how diseases are spread and how scientists work to stop them.

Investigates a number of shipwrecks from the past, including the "Titanic," and the physics surrounding how ships float, sink, and become shipwrecks, as well as how future shipbuilders can make ships safer.

Examines what an earthquake is, how they happen, how to stay safe during one, and how they affect the world.

Provides information on what causes floods, the environmental and social damage they can do, flood prediction, and what scientists know about preventing them and protecting against them.