Describes the atmosphere which makes life on earth possible, explores its effects on weather and climate, and examines what causes air pollution and what can be done it.
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Reviewed with Roy Gallant's Water.
Gr. 4-8. An award-winning science writer tackles life's basic substances in these volumes in the new Earthworks series. Both books follow a similar format: an introductory chapter summarizes early theories about the formation of the substance; later chapters investigate physical composition and how the substance moves across the earth. Atmosphere looks at the causes of violent storms, awe-inspiring rainbows, sunsets, and the sky's deep blue color. Water examines our human dependency and the ingenious technology, such as desalination, that we employ to supply more fresh water. Both books close with a survey of current causes of pollution and the efforts made to curb further devastation and conserve resources. Gallant's prose is nearly conversational in its easy delivery, but his facts are always thorough and his ideas clearly explained. Best of all, he raises informed points that will help readers rethink their habits and realize the complexity of the issues: seemingly innocent bottled water, for example, represents an industry that generates enormous amounts of plastic and chemical waste. Crisp graphs, maps, and excellent color photos illustrate these fine volumes that teachers will want to use in lesson plans, not just as suggestions for student research. Gillian Engberg
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