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Product Identifiers

PublisherKaplan Publishing

ISBN-100764146017

ISBN-139780764146015

eBay Product ID (ePID)102950038

Product Key Features

Book TitlePainless Earth Science

Number of Pages320 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2011

TopicStudy Aids / General, Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / General, Science & Nature / Earth Sciences

IllustratorYes

GenreJuvenile Nonfiction, Young Adult Nonfiction

AuthorEdward J. Denecke Jr.

Book SeriesBarron's Painless Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in

Item Weight15.2 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceYoung Adult Audience

LCCN2011-000495

Dewey Edition23

Grade FromSixth Grade

Dewey Decimal551

Grade ToNinth Grade

Table Of ContentIntroduction Chapter One: Earth's Structure Earth's Spheres Earth Models Mapping Earth's Surface Field Maps Chapter Two: The Atmosphere Composition of the Atmosphere Energy in the Atmosphere Energy Transfer in the Atmosphere Circulation in the Atmosphere Chapter Three: Weather and Climate Weather Variables Weather Patterns Weather Forecasting Climate Chapter Four: The Hydrosphere How the Hydrosphere Formed The Ocean Fresh Water The Water Cycle Chapter Five: The Lithosphere Minerals Rocks Rock Identification Identifying Sedimentary Rocks Identifying Metamorphic Rocks The Rock Cycle Chapter Six: Weathering Physical Weathering Chemical Weathering Factors That Affect Weathering Products of Weathering Chapter Seven: Erosion and Deposition Agents of Erosion Deposition Chapter Eight: Earthquakes and Volcanoes Earthquakes Measuring Earthquakes Volcanoes Chapter Nine: Plate Tectonics The Building Blocks of Plate Tectonics Plate Tectonics Chapter Ten: Earth's History Geologic Time Determining Relative Age Determining Absolute Age Fossils: Keys to the Past The Geologic Time Scale Chapter Eleven: Earth in Space Models of the Universe Our Current Model of the Universe The Solar System The Earth-Moon-Sun System Effects of Earth's Motions Motions of the Moon and Their Effects Index

Synopsis(back cover) Really. This won't hurt at all . . . The thought of having to learn earth science once turned brave students into cowards . . . but no more! THE PAIN VANISHES WHEN YOU TRANSFORM EARTH SCIENCE PROBLEMS INTO FUN-- Learn about the exciting modern revolution in our understanding of the Earth's dynamic past, present, and future Discover how all great land masses--including the land where you live--are constantly moving, and how that causes volcanoes, earthquakes, and tsunamis Understand what causes the weather outside your door, and why it sometimes turns violent Test your learning progress with fun quizzes and "Brain Ticklers", Titles in Barron's extensive Painless Series cover a wide range of subjects as they are taught on middle school and high school levels. Perfect for supporting state standards, these books are written for students who find the subjects unusually difficult and confusing--or in many cases, just plain boring, and may need a little extra help. Barron's Painless Series authors' main goal is to clear up students' confusion and perk up their interest by emphasizing the intriguing and often exciting ways in which they can put each subject to practical use. Most of these books take a light-hearted approach to their subjects, often employing humor, and always presenting fun-learning exercises that include puzzles, games, and challenging "Brain Tickler" problems to solve. This title describes the exciting revolution in our understanding of Earth's processes and changes, focusing on movement of tectonic plates, earthquakes, volcanoes, and much more., Always study with the most up-to-date prep! Look for Painless Earth Science , ISBN 9781506273228, on sale June 01, 2021. Publisher's Note: Products purchased from third-party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitles included with the product.

LC Classification NumberQE29.D46 2011