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Human-made Disasters
From the Series The Science of Catastrophe
Human negligence, engineering miscalculation, mechanical failure - human activity has been responsible for some of the gravest harm to people and the world. Thirteen famous disasters are featured is this fascinating book. Each one became well-known for the unique scientific process that led to the destruction, as well as for the structural changes and safety measures proposed in its aftermath. Included:
• Chernobyl nuclear meltdown
• sinking of the Titanic
• Russian submarine Kursk explosion
• Tacoma Narrows suspension bridge collapse
• Hindenburg airship explosion
• Twin Towers collapse
| Format | Your Price | Add |
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978-0-7787-7580-5
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$8.95 | |
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978-1-4271-9761-0
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$29.00 |
| Interest Level | Grade 3 - Grade 6 |
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| Reading Level | Grade 4 |
| Age Range | 8 - 11 |
| Dewey | 904 |
| Lexile | IG1060L |
| ATOS Reading Level | 7.1 |
| Guided Reading Level | U |
| Subjects | Earth and Space Science |
| Genres | Nonfiction |
| Publisher | Crabtree Publishing |
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| Imprint | Crabtree Classics |
| Copyright | 2012 |
| Number of Pages | 32 |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 11 |
| Graphics | |
| BISACS | JNF051160, JNF051190, JNF051170 |
| Rights Included | CA, US |
| Language | English |
Human-made Disasters - Children's Literature
The man made explosion of a steam engine caused a huge explosion killing 35 people and leaving 50 suffering horrific burns. There is rich vocabulary in the “Science of Catastrophe” series such as horrific, or slowly decomposes, or embankment types. The reader is not talked down to. The sinister catastrophe of the poison leak in Bhopal India explains the problems of chemicals stored in improper containers and improperly labeled. As with the other books in this series, this is an engaging and readable book.