Title |
Earth sciences : notable research and discoveries / Kyle Kirkland. |
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Imprint |
New York, NY : Facts on File, c2010. |
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CCQ - Lusail Female Library
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QE26.3 |
Available |
CCQ - Lusail Male Library
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QE26.3 |
Available |
Description |
xix, 212 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 24 cm. |
Series |
Frontiers of science |
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Frontiers of science (New York, N.Y.)
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Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 200-204) and index. |
Contents |
Exploring Earth's depths -- Origin and variability of Earth's magnetic field -- Volcanoes and hot spots -- Geothermal energy: a furnace beneath the soil -- Water management: conserving an essential resource -- Predicting earthquakes -- Final tho |
Summary |
Investigates the research and discoveries of explorers and scientists who ventured into the unknown frontiers of the planet. |
Subject |
Geology.
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Earth sciences.
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Discoveries in science.
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ISBN |
9780816074426 |
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0816074429 |
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