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On November 14, 1963, a volcano fifteen miles off the shore of Iceland exploded under the sea, resulting in a brand-new island. Scientists immediately recognized Surtsey for what it was: an opportunity to observe the way life takes hold. Loree Griffin Burns follows entomologist Erling lafsson on a five-day trip to Surtsey, where since 1970 he has studied the arrival and survival of insects and other species. Readers see how demanding conditions on Surtsey can be, what it's like to eat and work while making the smallest impact possible, and the passion driving these remarkable scientists in one of the world's most unique fields ever
Format:Hardcover
Language:English
ISBN:054468723X
ISBN13:9780544687233
Release Date:November 2017
Publisher:Clarion Books
Length:80 Pages
Weight:1.42 lbs.
Dimensions:0.5" x 11.2" x 9.1"
Age Range:9 to 13 years
Grade Range:Grades 4 to 8
Customer Reviews
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This was one of our favorite science books!
Published by Mandar1484 , 7 days ago
This book was such an interesting account of how the island of Surtsey was formed, and how biologists have been tracking animal life and patterns on the island since its formation! Definitely recommend!
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