Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Yellowstone
With a uniquely diverse living outdoor laboratory, Yellowstone National Park offers researchers and scientists from around the world an opportunity to study a wide range of subjects throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, one of the largest intact temperate zone ecosystems in the world. This 48-page book helps young readers learn about research – past and present – in this unique natural laboratory. The Natural Laboratory: Scientists in National Parks series takes a look at the research and responsibilities of scientists working in U.S. national parks. Each 7.5" x 10" photo-filled book explores the topography of the park, its natural resources, the specific projects that have been undertaken there and why these projects are significant. Each 48-page book in the series also features quotes from scientists working in the featured park, to better explain to readers how and why things are done.
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Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Yellowstone
With a uniquely diverse living outdoor laboratory, Yellowstone National Park offers researchers and scientists from around the world an opportunity to study a wide range of subjects throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, one of the largest intact temperate zone ecosystems in the world. This 48-page book helps young readers learn about research – past and present – in this unique natural laboratory. The Natural Laboratory: Scientists in National Parks series takes a look at the research and responsibilities of scientists working in U.S. national parks. Each 7.5" x 10" photo-filled book explores the topography of the park, its natural resources, the specific projects that have been undertaken there and why these projects are significant. Each 48-page book in the series also features quotes from scientists working in the featured park, to better explain to readers how and why things are done.
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Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Yellowstone

Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Yellowstone

by Robin Koontz
Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Yellowstone

Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks Yellowstone

by Robin Koontz

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Overview

With a uniquely diverse living outdoor laboratory, Yellowstone National Park offers researchers and scientists from around the world an opportunity to study a wide range of subjects throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, one of the largest intact temperate zone ecosystems in the world. This 48-page book helps young readers learn about research – past and present – in this unique natural laboratory. The Natural Laboratory: Scientists in National Parks series takes a look at the research and responsibilities of scientists working in U.S. national parks. Each 7.5" x 10" photo-filled book explores the topography of the park, its natural resources, the specific projects that have been undertaken there and why these projects are significant. Each 48-page book in the series also features quotes from scientists working in the featured park, to better explain to readers how and why things are done.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781643691138
Publisher: Rourke Educational Media
Publication date: 01/25/2019
Series: Natural Laboratories: Scientists in National Parks
Pages: 48
Product dimensions: 7.20(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range: 9 - 14 Years

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Wildlife Researchers 10

Volcanoes and Earthquakes 29

Geysers and Extremophiles 32

Climate Science 40

Activity 45

Glossary 46

Index 47

Show What You Know 47

Further Reading 47

About the Author 48

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