The Science of Tsunamis

by Leon Gray

Book Overview

Tsunamis can involve waves that move as fast as passenger jets and grow to heights taller than skyscrapers. As astonishing as these huge waves might be, they're also a deadly phenomenon happening more often around the world. Readers will encounter some of the most destructive tsunamis of all time while they explore the science behind these occurrences. An explanation of plate tectonics and wave formations are a few of the exciting science concepts...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433986671
• ISBN13: 9781433986673
• Release Date: January 2013
• Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 10.5"
• Age Range: 9 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 6