Title Information
QE511.4.G73 1991
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Book
TITLE:
Plate tectonics : earth's shifting crust / by Sean M. Grady.
AUTHOR:
Grady, Sean M., 1965-
SERIES:
The Encyclopedia of discovery and invention
PUBLISHED:
San Diego, CA : Lucent Books, c1991.
DESCRIPTION:
96 p. : ill. (some col.), maps ; 26 cm.
NOTES:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 89-90) and index.
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Booklist
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Discusses the history and development of tectonic theory; how tectonics helps scientists predict earthquakes and volcanic eruptions; and how engineers can apply this knowledge to mining, cartography, and designing buildings.
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Reading grade level: 7.1
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Interest level: 5-8
SUBJECT:
Plate tectonics.
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