Processes That Shape the Earth (Physics in Action) - Hardcover

Thompson, David M.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0791089320 ISBN 13: 9780791089323

Publisher: Chelsea House Pub, 2007

Synopsis

On Earth, nothing is still. Mountains rise and fall. Tides ebb and flow. Even the continents themselves are on the move. Beneath the surface, a nuclear engine powers earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and the shifting of continents. Above ground, the sun causes the wind to howl, rain to pour, rivers to churn, and oceans to swell with waves. Processes That Shape the Earth surveys these forces and the ways they sculpt the planet. The modern theory of plate tectonics is introduced, along with other pertinent topics in physical geology. Several chapters add relevant historical context, presenting readers with fascinating discussions of Earth's origin, its history over billions of years, and the recent changes that have resulted from human activity.

About this title

From the Back Cover

This practical set is an ideal reference for high school students and higher studying or researching physics, teachers, as well as public libraries.

Coverage includes energy, the central concept of physics, forces and motion, the nature of matter, planets, stars and galaxies, processes that shape the earth, and our newest additions to the collection, electricity and magnetism, sound and light, and heat and thermodynamics, to provide complete coverage of the core concepts introduced in the physics discipline.

Physics in Action explores the fascinating science of matter and energy and their interactions. This series is a tour of the world of physics, from the smallest particles that make up matter to the immense forces that move the continents. Full-color throughout, these engaging volumes drive home the fundamental science of physics by providing accessible real-life examples that offer students an empowering research tool to complement their curriculum.

Coverage includes energy, the central concept of physics, forces and motion, the nature of matter, planets, stars and galaxies, processes that shape the earth, and our newest additions to the collection, electricity and magnetism, sound and light, and heat and thermodynamics, to provide complete coverage of the core concepts introduced in the physics discipline.

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Physics in Action explores the science of matter and energy and their interactions. It explains the quantification and measurement of physical things in order to describe relationships or laws between them. The set drives home the fundamental science by providing practical, real-life examples that will be of interest to any science student.

This practical set is an ideal reference for high school students and higher studying or researching physics, teachers, as well as public libraries.

·Each book takes a close look at a fundamental aspect of physics, and provides real-life examples so that students can better relate to, and understand, the topic at hand.
· Titles are written by respected scientists with professional expertise in the book topic.
· The set meets national science standards.

Edition details

• Publisher: Chelsea House Pub
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0791089320
• ISBN 13: 9780791089323
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 120
• Editor: Haase David G.