Megalodons, Mermaids, and Climate Change

Megalodons, Mermaids, and Climate Change Answers to Your Ocean and Atmosphere Questions

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Publisher's Synopsis

Could ancient giant sharks called megalodons still exist in the deep sea? What should you do if stung by a jellyfish? Can we predict lightning strikes and how is climate change affecting hurricanes?

With humor, easy-to-understand language, and fun illustrations, marine scientist Ellen Prager and meteorologist Dave Jones use frequently asked and zany questions about the ocean and atmosphere to combat misinformation and make science engaging and understandable for all. From dangerous marine life, coral reefs, and the deep sea to lightning, hurricanes, weather forecasting, the Sun, and climate change, they reveal what's fact, what's fiction, and how to find science-based answers. This book is perfect for anyone curious about the world around them, educators, science communicators, and even scientists who want to learn about and explain topics outside their expertise.

About the Publisher

Columbia University Press

Columbia University Press seeks to enhance Columbia University's educational and research mission by publishing outstanding original works by scholars and other intellectuals that contribute to an understanding of global human concerns. The Press also reflects the importance of its location in New York City in its publishing programs. Through book, reference, electronic publishing, and distribution services, the Press broadens the university's international reputation.

Book information

ISBN: 9780231212489
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Imprint: Columbia University Press
Pub date:
DEWEY: 551.46
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: English
Number of pages: 248
Weight: 440g
Height: 216mm
Width: 140mm
Spine width: 20mm