Introduction to Weather & Climate Change

ISBN-10: 0439686822
ISBN-13: 9780439686822
Category: Children's literature, English
Pages: 95
Language: English
Published: 2003
Author: Laura Howell

Description

Learn what causes the wild, wonderful and sometimes weird weather we experience every day. Delve into the controversy of global warming, and learn how people may affect the weather. Explains the natural forces behind the weather and investigates the conditions that may be bringing about changes in the climate.

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