atmosphere

Describes the five different levels of the atmosphere and how they protect the earth; and contains information on atmospheric air pressure and radio waves, interactive glossaries, quizzes, and Spanish translation.

Discusses various aspects of the Earth's atmosphere and explains its importance in sustaining life, describing its different layers, how it provides the air we breathe, how it protects us from ultraviolet rays and meteoroids, and how it affects our weather; shows how special aircraft are able to fly into hurricanes; and includes an activity where students learn about atmospheric pressure by building their own barometer.

Describes the features of how wind is destructive to the earth through erosion, hurricanes, and tornadoes.

This volume describes the techniques with which astronomers and astrophysicists seek out worlds similar to our native planet throughout the vastness of the universe. Breaking down sometimes complicated concepts for beginning students of the cosmos, it includes the history of this planetary quest from ancient to modern times, contemporary methods used to find exoplanets, and their sheer diversity. Altogether, this otherworldly exploration, visually rich with the imagery of the heavens, gives readers a great entry point into a branch of astronomy that has thrilled inquisitive minds for millennia.

This fascinating book, packed with real-life space science, explores the latest ideas of the people who dream of colonizing another planet.

Earth s life-enabling atmosphere, unique in the known universe, is the topic of this engaging title. Readers will learn about the atmosphere s layers, composition, and evolution. The atmosphere s role in creating weather is explained, with topics such as atmospheric pressure, cloud formation, and precipitation clearly addressed. Readers will also learn about the greenhouse effect, as well as the problematic effects of air pollution. Curious minds will be enthusiastic to discover why the sky is blue and what other planets atmospheres are like. An information-packed, accessible resource on an important Earth science topic.

Discover the secrets of our solar systems, in this title you will take a look at our nearest star, the Sun. Learn its importance to life on Earth.

Discusses the way in which fossil fuels, plastic waste, and global food production are impacting the environment.

A scientific, historical, environmental, and cultural portrait of air, which discusses such topics as air's origins, the biology of human breathing, pollution, poison gas, and the religious significance of breath.