Our Fragile Planet S.

6 total works

The Waste Crisis

by Jenny Tesar

Published 1 May 1991

Deals with the problems caused by waste water and solid waste. Part of a series for 10-year-olds and upwards, it also covers the sources of waste, describes the hazards they cause and explores the attitudes and habits that need to change if we are to decrease waste output.

Endangered Habitats

by Jenny Tesar

Published 1 January 1992

Part of a series on the ecological fragility of the planet, this volume addresses the problems that face the way natural habitats function. It demonstrates how industry and development take their toll of habitats, as well as how natural disasters like floods and disease also affect them. Actions that can be taken by governments, zoos, conservation and wildlife parks are outlined, together with ways in which individuals can help.

Threatened Oceans

by Jenny Tesar

Published 1 December 1991

The Our Fragile Planet set squarely addresses the need among young adults for a full understanding of contemporary environmental problems -- and their solutions -- from a scientific point of view.

Threatened Oceans begins by explaining, clearly and precisely, the science of oceans, including: the importance of salt; the cycle of gases, such as carbon dioxide; the sea's role in land erosion; the ocean's vast resources; and marine ecosystems, such as coral reefs, coastal marshes, and shorelines.

Global Warming

by Jenny Tesar

Published 1 May 1991

This volume, part of a series, looks at the issues surrounding global warming, one of the most serious of environmental problems facing us today. The scientific prognosis that if global warming continues, disastrous flooding will occur worldwide is examined, along with associated consequences.

Food and Water

by Jenny Tesar

Published 30 April 1992

This is an examination of the serious problems threatening our world's food and water supplies which assesses the danger of shortages; evaluates threats such as pollution, dangerous insecticides and chemical fertilizers; and weighs up possible solutions. There is also a discussion of what steps need to be taken globally to rectify the threats, as well as suggestions for the sorts of steps that individuals can also take to help.

Shrinking Forests

by Jenny Tesar

Published 28 February 1992

Part of a series, this book examines forests, their function in the ecosystem and the way in which deforestation, which is now occurring at an alarming rate (by natural disasters and as a result of human activities), needs to be controlled.