indian ocean

Examines the geography, weather, animals, people, and resources of the Indian Ocean. Includes fact boxes, a quiz, color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

This book discusses the science behind tsunamis. The chapters describe destructive tsunamis and their aftermath, explain why tsunamis occur, and explore scientists' efforts to predict these disasters. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved.

Provides an introduction to the Indian Ocean, exploring its many islands and the Suez Canal, along with the people and animals that thrive there.

The Indian Ocean is home to many different plants and animals. It also has many resources that make many of the things we use every day. Discover the plants and animals that live in, on, and near this special place, the scientists who explore its mysteries, and the reasons we need to protect this tropical resource.

An introduction to the Indian Ocean, discussing its formation, exploration, plant and animal life, resources, and trade routes. Includes glossary.

Recounts the ambitious solo voyage across the Indian Ocean by twenty-three-year-old Sarah Outen aboard her row boat, the Dippers.

In text and photographs, presents information about the Indian Ocean, its location, physical environment, animal life, islands, and mysteries.

Introduces the ocean that lies between Australia and Asia, and provides instructions for an activity to demonstrate how to remove the salt from salt water.

Describes the exploration, plant and animal life, and geology of the Indian Ocean as well as threats to its health, and includes a directory of related Web sites.