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Fully updated with the latest advances in meteorology as well as an
additional section on climate change, this comprehensive reference
addresses all aspects of weather in an accessible
question-and-answer format. All the basic elements of weather are
discussed, as are all types of weather phenomena and the science of
forecasting. In addition, the relationships between weather and
oceanography, geology, and space science are expertly covered.
Included are more than 1,000 questions and answers such as, "Has a
hurricane ever struck southern California? Could our oceans have
originated in space?" and "What is bioclimatology?" This resource
is an ideal reference for students, teachers, and amateur
meteorologists.
California is the country's most populous state. The home of the
entertainment industry and Silicon Valley. It's known for its
beaches, its redwood forests, and as the 'land of fruit and nuts.'
Its people, industries, politicians, climate and allure captivates
the world and draws millions of visitors each year. Exploring the
state's fascinating history, people, myths, culture and trivia, The
Handy California Answer Book takes an in-depth look at this
fascinating, quirky and diverse state.
An easy-to-use source for librarians, students and other
researchers, each volume in this series provides illustrated
biographical profiles of approximately 75 childrens authors and
artists. This critically acclaimed series covers more than 12, 000
individuals, ranging from established award winners to authors and
illustrators who are just beginning their careers. Entries
typically cover: personal life, career, writings, works in
progress, adaptations, additional sources. A cumulative author
index is included in each odd-numbered volume.
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