A Dangerous Planet: Volcanoes and Earthquakes (Adventures in Earth Science)

A Dangerous Planet By Dr. Peter T Scott This book explains that the Earth has a very thin crust which is in constant motion. The forces of this motion causes fractures and folds in solid rock and also volcanoes and earthquakes in many parts of the world. The nature of rock and how it responds to Earth forces is explained as an introduction to volcanoes and earthquakes. Volcanoes and earthquakes are formed by interaction of the plates of the Earth’s crust or the re-heating of parts of plates from below. The different types of volcanoes are explained and well-illustrated with many photographs, illustrations and several Video Excursions to some of the Worlds active volcanic areas. The cause, nature and detection of earthquakes are discussed and how the scientific study of earthquakes, seismology, has given us an understanding of the size and shape of the Earth as a planet is explained. Personal emergency responses to volcanic eruption and earthquakes are also given for those who live in, or may visit hazardous places of this dangerous planet. Read more