Bethea, Nikole Brooks Reina, Mary Koontz, Robin Michal Surges, Carol S Amstutz, Lisa J Bell, Samantha Sepahban, Lois Wang, Andrea Marquardt, Meg Linda Cernak Hand, Carol, 1945
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.
"This book discusses the science behind hurricanes and their effects. The chapters examine case studies of destructive hurricanes, explain how hurricanes form, and show how scientists are working to predict hurricanes and prevent damage."--Publisher.
This book discusses the science behind plane crashes. The chapters examine the worst plane crashes in history, explain how aircraft fail, and show how scientists and engineers are designing safer aircraft.
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.
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.
Examines what happens during a nuclear plant explosion or meltdown from a scientific standpoint, discussing specific nuclear meltdown incidents in history, the dangers involved with them, and what causes them to occur.
Provides information on how tornadoes are formed, where they most commonly occur, what structures can protect against them, and what scientists are doing to increase warning times.
