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Roller Coaster Science - by Jim Wiese (Paperback)

Name: Roller Coaster Science - by Jim Wiese (Paperback)
Brand: Wiley
SKU: 85158258
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Highlights

Experience all the fun of science and explore the science of funNow you can discover.
8-12 Years
9.98" x 7.04" Paperback
128 Pages
Juvenile Nonfiction, Science & Nature

Description

About the Book

Describes the science behind such amusements as roller coasters, swings, bumper cars, hot dogs, curve balls, and more. Includes easy experiments to do.

Book Synopsis

Experience all the fun of science and explore the science of funNow you can discover.
* Why you don't fly out of your seat when amusement park rides turnupside down
* Why a Frisbee flies
* What makes popcorn pop and hot dogs plump
With dozens of fun, safe, and inexpensive experiments, Jim Wiesereveals the secrets behind these and lots of other awesomemysteries. Did you ever wonder what makes a curveball curve, howcotton candy is made, and why fun house mirrors make you look soweird? Here's a wild way to learn the real reasons. Packed withamusing illustrations and easy-to-follow explanations, RollerCoaster Science is a great way to get into physics, chemistry, biology, and more.

From the Back Cover

Experience all the fun of science and explore the science of fun Now you can discover

Why you don't fly out of your seat when amusement park rides turn upside down
Why a Frisbee flies
What makes popcorn pop and hot dogs plump

With dozens of fun, safe, and inexpensive experiments, Jim Wiese reveals the secrets behind these and lots of other awesome mysteries. Did you ever wonder what makes a curveball curve, how cotton candy is made, and why fun house mirrors make you look so weird? Here's a wild way to learn the real reasons. Packed with amusing illustrations and easy-to-follow explanations, Roller Coaster Science is a great way to get into physics, chemistry, biology, and more.

About the Author

JIM WIESE is an elementary school science teacher in British Columbia, Canada, who has written several science schoolbooks and who loves leading field trips to his favorite amusement parks.

Specifications

Dimensions (Overall): 9.98 Inches (H) x 7.04 Inches (W) x .37 Inches (D)

Weight: .52 Pounds

Suggested Age: 8-12 Years

Number of Pages: 128

Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction

Sub-Genre: Science & Nature

Publisher: Wiley

Theme: General (see also headings under Animals or Technology)

Format: Paperback

Author: Jim Wiese

Language: English

Street Date: March 31, 1994

TCIN: 85158258

UPC: 9780471594048

Item Number (DPCI): 247-60-1632

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 0.37 inches length x 7.04 inches width x 9.98 inches height

Estimated ship weight: 0.52 pounds

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