Planet Earth. From Molten Rock in Space to the Place We Live






In this engaging and accessible account, Anne Rooney explores the formation of Planet Earth and its lifeforms, featuring stunning full-colour photography, textboxes and diagrams. In over four and a half billion years of existence, Planet Earth has gone from a hostile, sterile lump of hot rock to a temperate oasis teeming with life. How the World Works: Planet Earth is a fascinating synthesis of this transformation, exploring the landforms, plants and animals that make up its unique environment. Brought to life by full-colour photography, this comprehensive guide includes useful textboxes, diagrams and profiles of key scientists. Topics include: - The Earth's atmosphere - The formation of mountains - Plate tectonics - Extinction of the dinosaurs - Climate change A perfect read for anyone wanting to learn the science behind of our extraordinary planet.
Go to description and details| Publisher | Arcturus |
| Series | How the World Works |
| Pages | 208 |
| Language | Английский |
| ISBN | 978-1-83857-378-2 |
In this engaging and accessible account, Anne Rooney explores the formation of Planet Earth and its lifeforms, featuring stunning full-colour photography, textboxes and diagrams. In over four and a half billion years of existence, Planet Earth has gone from a hostile, sterile lump of hot rock to a temperate oasis teeming with life. How the World Works: Planet Earth is a fascinating synthesis of this transformation, exploring the landforms, plants and animals that make up its unique environment. Brought to life by full-colour photography, this comprehensive guide includes useful textboxes, diagrams and profiles of key scientists. Topics include: - The Earth's atmosphere - The formation of mountains - Plate tectonics - Extinction of the dinosaurs - Climate change A perfect read for anyone wanting to learn the science behind of our extraordinary planet.
| Publisher | Arcturus |
| Series | How the World Works |
| Pages | 208 |
| Language | Английский |
| ISBN | 978-1-83857-378-2 |
| Cover | Обл. с клапанами |
| Paper | Мелованная |
| Illustrations | Черно-белые + цветные |
| Dimensions | 165 × 228 × 15 mm |
| Weight, g | 540 |