Nuclear Meltdowns (Devastating Disasters) - Softcover

Larson, Kirsten W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1634305280 ISBN 13: 9781634305280

Publisher: Rourke Pub Group, 2015

Synopsis

In Nuclear Meltdowns, readers will learn how nuclear power works, the dangerous work involved, and the systems put in place to protect the public. This title will allow students to track historical facts and future improvements while gauging their understanding with a variety of reading comprehension tools.

The Devastating Disasters series captures readers' attention with captivating photographs, descriptions, and factoids of catastrophes ranging from technology failure to destructive weather. Each 48-page book features engaging before- and after-reading sections that prompt readers to understand the impact these events have on society and the environment.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Nuclear meltdowns don’t happen often, but when they do their effects can circle the globe. In the United States, nuclear power plants generate 20 percent of the country’s electricity. Learn all about the world’s most devastating nuclear disasters, the nuts and bolts of how nuclear power works, and the ways in which workers constantly try to improve the systems and protect the public to avoid these meltdowns.

Alignment: This title will allow students to understand that new technologies can have deep impacts on society and the environment.

Edition details

• Publisher: Rourke Pub Group
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1634305280
• ISBN 13: 9781634305280
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48