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Aided by an army of beachcombers, oceanographer Dr. Curtis Ebbesmeyer tracks trash in the name of science. From sneakers to hockey gloves, Curt monitors the watery fate of human-made cargo that has spilled into the ocean. The information he collects is much more than casual news; it is important scientific data. And with careful analysis, Curt, along with a community of scientists, friends, and beachcombers alike, is using his data to understand and...
5) Pollution
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Presents varied opinions on the seriousness of environmental problems, global warming, current environmental efforts, and future solutions.
6) Pollution
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Explains how pollution is damaging the world we live in, from the edge of Earth's atmosphere to the depths of the oceans, and what can be done to fix it.
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As the world's population continues to grow and consume, litter, chemicals, and a host of other harmful products overrun our land, air, and water. This intriguing volume examines the various pollutants and human activities that threaten the natural world, with a special look at deforestation and desertification.
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Offers facts about the world's oceans, and discusses threats to the oceans including trash, oil, overfishing, changing weather, and invasive species. Describes how readers can help save the oceans. Includes color photographs, a glossary, discussion questions, and further resources.
11) Chemicals
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Presents arguments surrounding chemicals and the environment.
16) Cobra strike
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After discovering tainted water in the creek near his grandmother's cabin in the Kentucky hills, senior Roy Linden slowly uncovers a connection between his high school team's new star quarterback, his own football future, and the source of the pollution.
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This stimulating volume examines the various individual-level and institutional responses to Earth's damaged natural resources, discussing ways to stem the tide of disappearing species and habitats and examining potential methods of protecting the planet for future generations.