SCIENCE
Thompson, David M.

Processes That Shape the Earth

(4) YA Physics in Action series. This overview of physical earth science processes covers earth formation and history, plate tectonics, rock types and formation, the hydrologic cycle, and other surface changes, as well as human impacts on these processes. Written in a very dense, textbooklike manner, the volume is targeted at the most advanced, motivated science students. Some color photographs, diagrams, and sidebars are included. Reading list, websites. Bib., glos., ind.

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