Bibliograph

Tsunamis, causes and effects, by Eamonn Corrigan

Type

Label

Tsunamis, causes and effects, by Eamonn Corrigan

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

Ages 10-13, 12-Story LibraryGrades 4-6, 12-Story Library

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Tsunamis

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1153341927

Responsibility statement

by Eamonn Corrigan

Series statement

Wild weather

Sub title

causes and effects

Summary

"Get the facts about the dangers and devastation caused by tsunamis in 12 in-depth chapters that include the Ring of Fire, volcanoes and earthquakes, preparedness, and history's worst tsunamis. Includes safety tips, statistics, sidebars, and critical thinking questions, plus editor-curated online resources for up-to-date information"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Tsunamis and giant waves -- What causes tsunamis -- Giant wave at Lituya Bay -- A tsunami's journey to land -- The ring of fire -- Tsunami preparedness -- DART and tsunamis monitoring -- Climate change and tsunamis -- Ancient tsunamis -- Indian Ocean tsunamis -- The aftermath of a tsunami -- Cleanup and recovery -- Staying safe in a tsunamis

Target audience

juvenile

Classification