Rocks : a resource our world depends on /

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by Graham, Ian,
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Managing our resources Published by : Heinemann Library, (Chicago, Ill. :) Physical details: 32 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm. Subject(s): Rocks. Year : 2005 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 31) and index.

What is rock? -- How is rock used for? -- Case study : Mount Rushmore -- Where is rock found? -- Case study : Mount Everest -- Case study : Uluru (Ayer's Rock), Australia -- How is rock processed? -- How do scientists use rocks? -- Case study : the Channel Tunnel -- How is rock moved? -- How can rock be dangerous? -- Case study : the Vaiont Dam landslide -- Why are volcanoes so dangerous? -- Case study : Mount Saint Helens -- How can we protect the environment? -- Will rock ever run out?