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Geology
This book teaches what everyone needs to know about geology and how science and scientists work. Readers will discover a new appreciation for their surroundings, learning how to prepare for any number of geologic and environmental threats and how our Earth can continue providing all of our needs for food, shelter, and material well-being as long as we don't squander these resources. The latest discoveries in the geosciences are covered, including Earth systems interactions, continental tectonics and mountain-building, a vastly expanded treatment of the geologic timescale and the evolution of life, and more. Up-to-the-minute examples of exciting geological processes are presented, such as the most recent volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, tsunami, floods, and discoveries on Mars and on the Earth's own seafloors. For anyone interested in exploring how physical geology impacts the world around us.
Secrets of Archaeology DVD Set
Take a virtual tour through rediscovered cities and archeological sites – just as their inhabitants saw them centuries ago. Explore the magnificent city of Pompeii, the architectural treasures of the Roman Empire, the legendary city of Troy, the mighty pyramids of the pharaohs and much more.Disc 1: Pompeii: A City Rediscovered; Glorious Rome, Capital of an Empire; Pyramids Designed for Eternity; Athens: Western Splendor; A Place Called EtruriaDisc 2: The Cities of the Pharaohs; Egypt According to Cleopatra; Greek Cities in Italy; The Pyramids of the Sun; The Roads to El DoradoDisc 3: The Lost Cities of the Maya; The Forgotten Civilizations of Anatolia; Travels through Greece; The Ports of the Desert; Sailing with the PhoeniciansDisc 4: The Roman Empire in Africa; Ancient Cities Bordering on Latium; Retracing the Tracks of Hannibal; Roman Imprint on the West; At the Court of the King of KingsDisc 5: Cities of the Sea and Wind; Secrets of the Island of Minos; The Fabulous Centers of Hellenism; Visit of the Sanctuaries of Apollo; Sicily: Greek Legacy in the WestDisc 6: Ancient Itinerary in Ionia; Mycenaeans: The Civilization of HeroesVisit 27 cities and experience the cutting edge of archaeological exploration with state of the art computer graphics, spectacular on-location photography and research from the world's leading archaeological experts.
Pop Bottle Science Kit
Discover how much fun and science you can fit inside a bottle! This kit comes with its own science lab – a see-through, flexible, airtight, shatterproof plastic bottle with a removable top that doubles as a funnel. Inside, you can create a volcano, tornado, quicksand and much more.Features:120-page illustrated guide79 fun, easy experimentsShatterproof plastic bottleFunnel topNo matter which of the 79 easy, hands-on experiments you choose, you'll have a blast – and learn volumes about chemistry, physics, biology, geology, weather, the human body and astronomy. It's the perfect combination of science and fun that gets kids eager to learn more.
Techniques in Archaeological Geology
The archaeological geology of the Quaternary or the geological epoch during which humankind evolved is a scientific endeavor with much to offer in the fields of archaeology and palaeoanthropology. Earth science techniques offer diverse ways of characterizing the elements of past landscapes and archaeological facies. This book is a survey of techniques used in archaeological geology for the study of soils, sediments, rocks and minerals. The techniques presented represent those most commonly used today. They are discussed in detail and examples are provided, in many cases, to demonstrate their usefulness to archaeologists.
