Hot lava, falling ash, gases in the air, the threat of eruption...it's all part of a day's work for a volcanologist! Volcanologists study volcanoes and their activities. They conduct research, assess hazards, and develop plans for handling volcanic activity. They also perform fieldwork to collect samples and data in terrains that are often challenging and dangerous. Even the most reluctant readers will be enthralled by this exciting and informative book about what it takes to be a volcanologist. Full-color photographs bring the text to life and special features spotlight key facts.