Forces in action : balance, motion and levers
Colson, Rob, 1971-2017
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How does gravity make Earth spin around the Sun? How do racing cars slow down? What can reduce friction? This book explores all about mass, machines and forces. Using engaging visuals, see how they govern what we do and how they can make our lives easier. This book is part of the Science is Everywhere series, which demystifies the key science topics and shows how they relate to the world around us with fun, colourful graphics. These books are ideal for children aged 9 plus who are studying science, or for young readers who want to get to grips with science in a fun way.
Main title:
Forces in action : balance, motion and levers / Rob Colson.
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Imprint:
London : Wayland, 2017.
Collation:
32 pages : colour illustrations ; 27 cm.
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Notes:
Includes index.
Audience:
Interest grade level: Upper primary.; Secondary.
Contents:
Feel the force -- Weighed down -- A universal force -- Friction -- Putting on the brakes -- Lift-off -- Levers -- Rolling along -- Sloping surfaces -- Get in gear -- Forces in sport -- Fun of the fair -- Quiz -- Glossary -- Index and answers.
ISBN:
9781526304988 (hardback)
Dewey class:
531
Language:
English
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BRN:
360119
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrith | Nonfiction | 531 FOR | Available |
| Penrith | Nonfiction | 531 FOR | Available |