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The Compact Research series is a new approach to environmental research. Clearly written objective overviews, carefully selected and cited primary sources, and informative full-color statistical illustrations are intelligently organized and integrated making the series useful for in-depth research or quick reference.
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Objective overviews provide background and context |
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Main point cited, primary source quote sections highlight conflicting opinions and quickly expose students to numerous perspectives and positions |
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Illustrated full-color facts and statistics sections give visual insight and supporting data for research
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Key people & related organizations sections for further study
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Source notes model appropriate citation forms |
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6 ½ X 9 ¼ 96–128 pages, full-color photos & illustrations, library binding |
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Biofuels
School Library Journal 11/09 |
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978-1-60152-078-4 |
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The Obama administration has given high priority to development of alternative energy sources. Biofuels are increasingly being used as an alternative to fossil fuels and, as a result, global biofuel production tripled from 2000 to 2007. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines Can Biofuels Reduce Dependence on Fossil Fuels? How Do Biofuels Affect the Environment? Does Biofuel Production Threaten the World Food Supply? What Is the Future of Biofuels?
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Deforestation
School Library Journal 11/09 |
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978-1-60152-075-3 |
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Less than 20 percent of the forests that once covered EarthÂ’s surface remain, and experts caution that deforestation is continuing at a rapid pace. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines How Serious Is Deforestation? What Causes Deforestation? What Are the Consequences of Deforestation? How Can Deforestation Be Stopped?
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Energy Alternatives
School Library Journal 1/08 |
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© 2008 |
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978-1-60152-017-3 |
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While most consumable energy is derived from fossil fuels, the utilization of alternative energy sources has been scrutinized and hotly debated in recent years. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines Are Alternative Energy Sources Necessary? What Alternative Energy Sources Should Be Pursued? Can Alternative Energy Be Used for Transportation? How Will Increased of Energy Alternatives Impact Society?
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Fossil Fuels
School Library Journal 11/09 |
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978-1-60152-079-1 |
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The Obama administration has given high priority to development of alternative energy sources. The world relies on fossil fuels to power our cars, heat our homes, grow our food, and make many of the products we use everyday. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines Is the World Running Out of Fossil Fuels? Does Fossil Fuel Use Threaten the Environment? How Does Fossil Fuel Use Affect National Security? Can Alternative Energy Sources Replace Fossil Fuels?
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Global Warming and Climate Change
School Library Journal, 1/08 |
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© 2008 |
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978-1-60152-019-7 |
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Throughout the world, the cause and impact of global warming and climate change is being passionately debated. While many claim that a climate crisis is imminent if greenhouse gases are not curbed, others argue that the effects have been overblown. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title will examine What Is Global Warming and Climate Change? What Are the Consequences of Global Warming? What Are the Controversies Surrounding Global Warming? What Are the Solutions for Global Warming?
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Hydrogen Power
School Library Journal 11/09 |
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978-1-60152-073-9 |
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The Obama administration has given high priority to development of alternative energy sources. Some energy experts believe hydrogen is the fuel of the future but there are major obstacles that need to be overcome before this clean-burning source can power the modern world. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations this title examines Can Hydrogen Vehicles Reduce Dependence on Fossil Fuels? Can Hydrogen Supply the WorldÂ’s Electricity Needs? How Will Hydrogen Use Impact Global Warming? What Is the Future of Hydrogen Power
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Solar Power
School Library Journal 11/09 |
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978-1-60152-074-6 |
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The Obama administration has given high priority to development of alternative energy sources. Many energy experts say that the sunÂ’s vast potential has barely begun to be tapped, and that solar power is the energy of the future. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines, Is Solar Power a Viable Energy Source? Could Solar Power Replace Fossil Fuels? Could Solar Power Help Stop Global Warming? What Is the Future of Solar Power?
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Wind Power
School Library Journal 11/09 |
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978-1-60152-080-7 |
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The Obama administration has given high priority to development of alternative energy sources. People have relied on the power of the wind for thousands of years, and today wind power is becoming an important source of energy for generating electricity. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines, Can Wind Power Supply the WorldÂ’s Energy Needs? Can Wind Power Reduce Dependence on Fossil Fuels? How Does Wind Power Affect the Environment? What is the Future of Wind Power?
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World Energy Crisis
School Library Journal, 5/07 |
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978-1-60152-011-1 |
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Some experts say that the supply of fossil fuels will soon fall short of demand causing a catastrophic world-wide energy crisis. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines Is the World Running Out of Oil? Will Alternative Fuel Vehicles Solve the World Energy Crisis? Can Nuclear Power Supply the World's Energy Needs? Can Renewable Energy Meet Future Demands for Electricity?
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