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21st-Century Bridges

AUTHOR Furgang, Kathy
PUBLISHER Enslow Publishing (07/30/2018)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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One of the most important things about living in today's modern world is the ability to travel. Bridges are one of the most important aspects of our modern transportation system. Since the beginning of civilizations, simple bridges have been used to get people over rivers, across valleys, and even across mountains. Today, technology allows engineers to design the most amazing architectural marvels in the world. This resource explores the fascinating history of bridge building and focuses on the engineering accomplishments that will allow safe and sustainable transportation today and far into the future.
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ISBN-13: 9780766096950
ISBN-10: 0766096955
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 48
Carton Quantity: 0
Product Dimensions: 7.10 x 0.20 x 9.10 inches
Weight: 0.22 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Bibliography, Index, Ikids
Country of Origin: US
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BISAC Categories
Technology & Engineering | Civil - General
Grade Level: 3rd Grade - 6th Grade
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Reading Level: 0
Point Value: 0
Guided Reading Level: Grade 3
Dewey Decimal: 624.2
Library of Congress Control Number: 2017048843
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One of the most important things about living in today's modern world is the ability to travel. Bridges are one of the most important aspects of our modern transportation system. Since the beginning of civilizations, simple bridges have been used to get people over rivers, across valleys, and even across mountains. Today, technology allows engineers to design the most amazing architectural marvels in the world. This resource explores the fascinating history of bridge building and focuses on the engineering accomplishments that will allow safe and sustainable transportation today and far into the future.
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Author: Furgang, Kathy
Kathy Furgang is a writer and editor who lives with her husband and young son in New York City, New York.
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