"Explains why the ocean depths are extreme environments and examines how leatherback turtles, giant squids, and other animals have adapted to the harsh conditions"--Provided by publisher.
Provides an overview of autism spectrum disorders, with information about the developmental disorders, their signs, treatment, and research, and case studies revealing what it is like to live with autism.
Contains accounts from journalists and witnesses on the science and study of fires, famous fire disasters, and fire prevention and damage control efforts.
Looks at some of the incredible things ants do, discussing the use of the powerful synchrotron X-ray machine to see how they breathe, explaining how ants identify each other, uncovering the mystery behind devil's gardens in the Amazon rain forest of Peru, and showing how army ants in Panama create high-speed trails to bring food to the colony.
Examines various curiosities in the animal kingdom, including the reason for a lion's mane, why giraffes have such a strong sense of smell, what is the reason for the sticky sweat of the hippopotamuses, and other topics.
Provides information on the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and symptoms of autism and Asperger Syndrome, and discusses the likelihood of communication problems, social difficulties, and obsessive behaviors.
