Research on the Edge: Rainforests

Author: Louise Spilsbury
Publisher: Wayland (Publishers) Ltd
Category: Children's, Nature
Age Group: 9+
Book Format: Paperback

 

What is it like to live and work deep within Earth's rainforests? How many mysteries do these ancient forests hold and what are scientists hoping to discover by researching them? Explore how research conducted in rainforests can help with conservation, increase our understanding of climate change, and expand our knowledge of medicines, biodiversity and habitats. It can reveal untapped resources, and unknown eco-systems. Discover life and science on the edge in this fascinating exploration of one of Earth's most extreme environments.The Research on the Edge series examines how scientists live and work in some of Earth's most extreme habitats. It looks at how they carry out their research and how the discoveries they make are changing our lives. The series also explores the many adventures, challenges and dangers of daily life for scientists researching 'on the edge'.An exciting read for children aged 9+, for geography and science projects, or simply as a great leisure read.

 

Table Of Contents

1: Working in a Jungle

2: Jungle Life

3: Jungle Gear

4: Rough and Remote

5: Respecting the Jungle

6: Rainforest Lab

7: Life in the Lab

8: People of the Rainforest

9: Riches of the Rainforest

10: Global Air Conditioner

11: Billion-Dollar Jungle

12: Sharing Science

13: Secrets of the Rainforest

14: Glossary and Further Reading

About Louise Spilsbury

Louise Spilsbury, has written many books for children on a wide range of subjects.

 

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SKU BK-9780750289764
Barcode # 9780750289764
Brand Wayland (Publishers) Ltd
Artist / Author Louise Spilsbury
Shipping Weight 0.2000kg
Shipping Width 0.210m
Shipping Length 0.260m
Assembled Length 26.400m
Assembled Height 0.300m
Assembled Width 21.000m
Type Paperback

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