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| Author | : Rosaly M. C. Lopes |
| Publisher | : JHU Press |
| Total Pages | : 171 |
| Release | : 2008-05 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 0801886732 |
At once terrifyingly destructive and awe-inspiringly beautiful, volcanoes have long fascinated humankind. From Vesuvius and Etna to Krakatau and Mount Saint Helen’s, these molten rock- and ash-spewing geysers have destroyed whole cities and countless lives, and altered the course of history. Yet our understanding of volcanoes on Earth—and throughout the celestial world—remains maddeningly incomplete. With Alien Volcanoes, Rosaly M. C. Lopes and Michael W. Carroll offer a dynamic tour of volcanic activity across the solar system. Through eight gracefully written chapters laced with gripping photographs and stunning artwork, Lopes and Carroll survey the complete spectrum of volcanism in time and location, from the solar system’s origin to the modern era and from the familiar shield volcanoes of the terrestrial worlds to the bizarre superchilled geysers on distant ice moons. In the process, they entertain the possibility of hidden lakes on Saturn’s moon Enceladus, discuss the potential effects of greenhouse gases on Neptune’s moon Triton, reconstruct the last moments of life for Pompeiians in the face of an erupting Mount Vesuvius, and explain how a 4,000-mile-long river of lava could have once flowed freely across the plains of Venus. Richly illustrated with original paintings supplemented by NASA and European Space Agency photographs, Alien Volcanoes advances our knowledge of volcanoes on other heavenly bodies, enhances our ability to comprehend how they came into being on Earth, and describes how we might better predict the impact of future eruptions.
| Author | : Michael Carroll |
| Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
| Total Pages | : 124 |
| Release | : 2013-07-19 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 1461474736 |
Oceans were long thought to exist in all corners of the Solar System, from carbonated seas percolating beneath the clouds of Venus to features on the Moon's surface given names such as "the Bay of Rainbows” and the "Ocean of Storms." With the advent of modern telescopes and spacecraft exploration these ancient concepts of planetary seas have, for the most part, evaporated. But they have been replaced by the reality of something even more exotic. For example, although it is still uncertain whether Mars ever had actual oceans, it now seems that a web of waterways did indeed at one time spread across its surface. The "water" in many places in our Solar System is a poisoned brew mixed with ammonia or methane. Even that found on Jupiter's watery satellite Europa is believed similar to battery acid. Beyond the Galilean satellites may lie even more "alien oceans." Saturn's planet-sized moon Titan seems to be subject to methane or ethane rainfall. This creates methane pools that, in turn, become vast lakes and, perhaps, seasonal oceans. Titan has other seas in a sense, as large shifting areas of sand covering vast plains have been discovered. Mars also has these sand seas, and Venus may as well, along with oceans of frozen lava. Do super-chilled concoctions of ammonia, liquid nitrogen, and water percolate beneath the surfaces of Enceladus and Triton? For now we can only guess at the possibilities. 'Alien Seas' serves up part history, part current research, and part theory as it offers a rich buffet of "seas" on other worlds. It is organized by location and by the material of which various oceans consist, with guest authors penning specific chapters. Each chapter features new original art depicting alien seas, as well as the latest ground-based and spacecraft images. Original diagrams presents details of planetary oceans and related processes.
| Author | : Stacey Mansfield |
| Publisher | : Richards Education |
| Total Pages | : 99 |
| Release | : |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : |
Get ready for an explosive adventure with Eruption! Everything You Need to Know About Volcanoes! This exciting, fun-filled book takes kids on a thrilling journey into the world of volcanoes. From the fiery lava flows to the towering ash clouds, young readers will learn how volcanoes form, why they erupt, and how they shape the Earth. Whether you want to make your own volcano or explore famous volcanic eruptions, this is the perfect guide for curious kids who love nature’s most explosive wonders!
| Author | : C.R. Hale |
| Publisher | : Lulu.com |
| Total Pages | : 246 |
| Release | : 2018-06-25 |
| Genre | : Reference |
| ISBN | : 1387883259 |
The Ancient Alien Theory: Part Four and ancientalienpedia.com are both a written and online resource. The written guide serves as an opportunity to log out, shut down, and unplug from the online world. The online guide serves as a gateway to the Ancient Alien Theory, with links to online sources, books, and authors. Just as Bill Birnes' created The UFO Magazine Encyclopedia to provide a comprehensive guide to UFOs and extraterrestrial contact, AncientAlienPedia is providing a database to the Ancient Alien Theory. This all-inclusive guidebook saves readers countless of hours of searching for this information which is scattered across hundreds of websites and books. The AncientAlienPedia will prove to be an essential reference for the highly controversial Ancient Alien Theory.
| Author | : Jennifer Zeiger |
| Publisher | : Cherry Lake |
| Total Pages | : 36 |
| Release | : 2015-08-01 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
| ISBN | : 1633624455 |
In this book, students see the NextGen Science process at work in a real-world situation. Readers practice close reading as they look for clues that will lead to a deeper understanding of volcanoes and scientists study them. The NextGen Science process pushes students to apply critical thinking as they learn new methods of exploration and build on concepts they may already know. Additional tools, including a glossary and index, help students learn new vocabulary and locate information.
| Author | : Barrett Williams |
| Publisher | : Barrett Williams |
| Total Pages | : 84 |
| Release | : 2024-11-08 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : |
**The Extraterrestrial Encyclopedia Unveiling the Mysteries of Alien Geology** Embark on a cosmic journey beyond the reaches of Earth in "The Extraterrestrial Encyclopedia," an enthralling exploration of planetary wonders waiting to be discovered. This comprehensive guide delves deep into the geological features of alien worlds, offering insights that challenge our understanding of what planets and moons can be. Discover the enigmatic landscapes of distant exoplanets where unique geological marvels defy imagination. From super-Earths to mini-Neptunes, uncover how these rocky exoplanets forge their identities, while navigating the tantalizing promise of life in the habitable zone. Journey through the icy realms of our solar system’s moons, where hidden oceans may harbor the secrets of life beneath their frozen crusts. Delve into the sizzling surfaces of volcanic planets, where molten lava crafts otherworldly terrains that stir the senses. Explore weather systems and climates that shape alien worlds through volatile weather extremes. Learn how these celestial conditions influence the surface geology of planets light-years away. Harnessing the latest in alien cartography, this guide unveils the techniques and the audacious technology fueling our quest to map the unseen. Imagine the rare resources buried deep within exotic planets, revealing minerals with potential uses that could revolutionize our future. Understand the cosmic dance of solar systems as stars and binary systems mold the geology of planets and moons. Marvel at theoretical worlds, where imagination meets scientific speculation, expanding our understanding of unseen exoplanets. With the blend of theoretical insights and cutting-edge science, "The Extraterrestrial Encyclopedia" prepares you for the future of space exploration. From ethical debates on terraforming to the practical insights gained from Earth's own geology, this book becomes your portal to the unknown. Prepare to unlock the secrets of alien landscapes with "The Extraterrestrial Encyclopedia," your guide to the fascinating geology that lies beyond our earthly reach.
| Author | : John P. Lockwood |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 677 |
| Release | : 2013-04-26 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 1118687949 |
Volcanoes are essential elements in the delicate global balance of elemental forces that govern both the dynamic evolution of the Earth and the nature of Life itself. Without volcanic activity, life as we know it would not exist on our planet. Although beautiful to behold, volcanoes are also potentially destructive, and understanding their nature is critical to prevent major loss of life in the future. Richly illustrated with over 300 original color photographs and diagrams the book is written in an informal manner, with minimum use of jargon, and relies heavily on first-person, eye-witness accounts of eruptive activity at both "red" (effusive) and "grey" (explosive) volcanoes to illustrate the full spectrum of volcanic processes and their products. Decades of teaching in university classrooms and fieldwork on active volcanoes throughout the world have provided the authors with unique experiences that they have distilled into a highly readable textbook of lasting value. Questions for Thought, Study, and Discussion, Suggestions for Further Reading, and a comprehensive list of source references make this work a major resource for further study of volcanology. Volcanoes maintains three core foci: Global perspectives explain volcanoes in terms of their tectonic positions on Earth and their roles in earth history Environmental perspectives describe the essential role of volcanism in the moderation of terrestrial climate and atmosphere Humanitarian perspectives discuss the major influences of volcanoes on human societies. This latter is especially important as resource scarcities and environmental issues loom over our world, and as increasing numbers of people are threatened by volcanic hazards Readership Volcanologists, advanced undergraduate, and graduate students in earth science and related degree courses, and volcano enthusiasts worldwide. A companion website is also available for this title at www.wiley.com/go/lockwood/volcanoes
| Author | : Michael J Branney |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
| Total Pages | : 185 |
| Release | : 2020-11-26 |
| Genre | : Nature |
| ISBN | : 0191024732 |
Volcanoes are some of the most dramatic expressions of the powerful tectonic forces at work in the Earth beneath our feet. But volcanism, a profoundly important feature of Earth, and indeed of other planets and moons too, encompasses much more than just volcanoes themselves. On a planetary scale, volcanism is an indispensable heat release mechanism, which on Earth allows the conditions for life. IIt releases gases into the atmosphere and produces enormous volumes of rock, and spectacular landscapes - landscapes which, during major eruptions, can be completely reshaped in a matter of hours. Through geological time volcanism has shaped both climate and biological evolution, and volcanoes can affect human life, too, for both good and ill. Yet, even after much study, some of the fundamental aspects of volcanicity remain mysterious. This Very Short Introduction takes the readers into the inferno of a racing pyroclastic current, and the heart of a moving lava flow, as understood through the latest scientific research. Exploring how volcanologists forensically decipher how volcanoes work, Michael Branney and Jan Zalasiewicz explain what we do (and don't) understood about the fundamental mechanisms of volcanism, and consider how volcanoes interact with other physical processes on the Earth, with life, and with human society. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
| Author | : Robin George Andrews |
| Publisher | : W. W. Norton & Company |
| Total Pages | : 265 |
| Release | : 2021-11-02 |
| Genre | : Science |
| ISBN | : 0393542076 |
An exhilarating, time-traveling journey to the solar system’s strangest and most awe-inspiring volcanoes. Volcanoes are capable of acts of pyrotechnical prowess verging on magic: they spout black magma more fluid than water, create shimmering cities of glass at the bottom of the ocean and frozen lakes of lava on the moon, and can even tip entire planets over. Between lava that melts and re-forms the landscape, and noxious volcanic gases that poison the atmosphere, volcanoes have threatened life on Earth countless times in our planet’s history. Yet despite their reputation for destruction, volcanoes are inseparable from the creation of our planet. A lively and utterly fascinating guide to these geologic wonders, Super Volcanoes revels in the incomparable power of volcanic eruptions past and present, Earthbound and otherwise—and recounts the daring and sometimes death-defying careers of the scientists who study them. Science journalist and volcanologist Robin George Andrews explores how these eruptions reveal secrets about the worlds to which they belong, describing the stunning ways in which volcanoes can sculpt the sea, land, and sky, and even influence the machinery that makes or breaks the existence of life. Walking us through the mechanics of some of the most infamous eruptions on Earth, Andrews outlines what we know about how volcanoes form, erupt, and evolve, as well as what scientists are still trying to puzzle out. How can we better predict when a deadly eruption will occur—and protect communities in the danger zone? Is Earth’s system of plate tectonics, unique in the solar system, the best way to forge a planet that supports life? And if life can survive and even thrive in Earth’s extreme volcanic environments—superhot, superacidic, and supersaline surroundings previously thought to be completely inhospitable—where else in the universe might we find it? Traveling from Hawai‘i, Yellowstone, Tanzania, and the ocean floor to the moon, Venus, and Mars, Andrews illuminates the cutting-edge discoveries and lingering scientific mysteries surrounding these phenomenal forces of nature.
| Author | : John A. Cramer |
| Publisher | : iUniverse |
| Total Pages | : 196 |
| Release | : 2001-07-20 |
| Genre | : Body, Mind & Spirit |
| ISBN | : 0595194168 |
How alien would aliens be? Would they look like us or perhaps more like an octopus? How would they communicate? Could we even hear their voices, assuming they have them? Like us, aliens would be constrained by the physical world. Understanding how those physical constraints apply both to us and to aliens is the theme of this book. The constraints imply that they will not be all that different from us, perhaps half to twice as big as we are. They will depend on vision and hearing as we do and they will live on a planet much like ours. But where will they be? Do they even exist? The odds are not good. We may be the only intelligent life in the universe.
