Engineering Solutions for Droughts

by Avery Elizabeth Hurt

Overview

As global warming intensifies, experts warn of an increase in the number and severity of droughts around the world. This volume uses accessible language and engaging examples to inform middle-grade readers of what drought is and how scientists and engineers are learning ways to predict where it will occur and mitigate its consequences. Tools such as the U.S. Drought Monitor, U.S. Seasonal Drought Outlook, and Drought Impact Reporter are explained. Irrigation, soil sensor, and gene engineering technologies are also explored. The final chapter offers suggestions for what readers can do to help, ending the narrative on a hopeful note.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781725347731
Publisher:	Rosen Publishing Group, Incorporated, The
Publication date:	12/30/2019
Series:	Preparing for Disaster Series
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.25(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	10 - 13 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Chapter 1 Where Has All The Water Gone? 6

Chapter 2 Drought Ahead 14

Chapter 3 Standing Up To Drought 22

Chapter 4 When Everyone Does Their Part 30

Glossary 37

For More Information 39

For Further Reading 42

Bibliography 43

Index 46