Earthquake Alert!

by Shilpa Mehta-Jones and Shilpa Jones

When the earth shakes beneath your feet, the result can be dangerous and deadly. This book traces tremors and seismic waves and explains how we have prepared for the unexpected quakes that rock our cities and countryside. Special mention is made of: - the science of earthquakes, including earth's layers, plate tectonics, and major fault lines - types of seismic waves - technology used for forecasting, predicting, and measuring earthquakes - devastation...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0778715728
• ISBN13: 9780778715726
• Release Date: March 2004
• Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.7" x 11.3"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6