Earthquakes (21)
Earthquakes have the power to significantly change landscapes and destroy massive buildings. Although they are still difficult to predict, seismologists have an in-depth understanding of where earthquakes are most likely to strike. Readers will learn about how plate tectonics, seismic waves, and faults can all play a role in unleashing an earthquake's destructive forces. Striking photographs of historic earthquakes will help readers understand the deadly damage these disasters cause. Readers will gain essential knowledge about how they can prepare and stay safe if they must deal with this incredibly powerful natural event.
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SeriesForce of Nature
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ManufacturerEnslow Publishing
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PublisherEnslow Publishing
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Publisher or imprintEnslow Publishing
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AuthorDavies, Monika
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ISBN-13978-1-9785-1840-7
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FormatReinforced Library Binding
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Size7.25 x 9.25
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Reading Interest4, 5, 6
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# of Pages48
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Dewey Decimal551.22--dc23
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Guided Reading LevelS
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Date Published2021
Earthquakes have the power to significantly change landscapes and destroy massive buildings. Although they are still difficult to predict, seismologists have an in-depth understanding of where earthquakes are most likely to strike. Readers will learn about how plate tectonics, seismic waves, and faults can all play a role in unleashing an earthquake's destructive forces. Striking photographs of historic earthquakes will help readers understand the deadly damage these disasters cause. Readers will gain essential knowledge about how they can prepare and stay safe if they must deal with this incredibly powerful natural event.