Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Water is critical to all life on earth, and it is essential to understand the cause and impact of droughts. This book defines the concept of a drought, examines the water cycle, and discusses global warming. By understanding the interconnectedness of these processes, students will learn about the possibility for future droughts.
Table of Contents
Water's many uses -- What is a drought? -- The water cycle -- Precipitation -- Global warming -- The greenhouse effect -- Drought and La Nina -- Drought and fire -- Drought and deserts -- Droughts of the future.