natural resources

Photographs and illustrations introduce readers to how fossil fuels are formed, how the sun, water, and wind are used as energy sources, and the steps humans must take in order to protect the Earth's natural resources.

"[Relates] the facts about how resources are used around the world, which resources are renewable and non-renewable, and what the future of natural resource management looks like"--Provided by publisher.

This book covers the major drivers of the Latin American region's economy, including exports of agricultural products, petroleum and minerals, and manufactured goods, along with the service and tourism industries. Despite recent improvements, the Latin American economy remains dependent on commodity exports to the West, presenting a challenge to the region's long-term future. When used in the classroom, this resource provides readers with the tools they need to analyze concepts in economics and how they affect the countries of Latin America.

Discusses twelve of the biggest technology improvements in energy.

Earth's geosphere is made up of the planet's interior, rocks and minerals, landforms, and the processes that shape Earth's surface.

Introduces young readers to a variety of products made from nonrenewable resources and their effects on the local ecology.

Simple text and illustrations introduce natural resources, and explores what items come from man-made materials and what come from natural resources.

Examines the geography of Ancient Greece, discussing climate, agriculture, trade and more.

Contains information about United States land and natural resources policy, covering land set asides and withdrawals; national forests and timber; mining and energy; national parks and wilderness; and other related topics.