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Earthquake-Proof Buildings

AUTHOR Shofner, Melissa Ra; Shofner, Melissa Raae
PUBLISHER Gareth Stevens Publishing (12/30/2016)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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There's no telling when an earthquake can strike, which is why engineers building in earthquake-prone places need to be careful. Earthquake-proofing buildings takes cutting-edge science and lots of testing, but these amazing creations help keep people safe and prevent further chaos in the event of disaster. Full-color photographs that chronicle the construction of simple bunker-like rooms as well as more complex buildings yet to be tested by major geological events will mesmerize readers. They'll also get a look at how high-rises are built to combat the shaking and swaying that comes with these natural disasters.
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ISBN-13: 9781482457674
ISBN-10: 1482457679
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 32
Carton Quantity: 0
Product Dimensions: 8.20 x 0.20 x 10.80 inches
Weight: 0.31 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Bibliography, Index, Ikids, Illustrated
Country of Origin: US
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BISAC Categories
Technology & Engineering | Construction - General
Grade Level: 3rd Grade - 6th Grade
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.3
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Guided Reading Level: Grade 4
Dewey Decimal: 693.852
Library of Congress Control Number: 2016031622
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There's no telling when an earthquake can strike, which is why engineers building in earthquake-prone places need to be careful. Earthquake-proofing buildings takes cutting-edge science and lots of testing, but these amazing creations help keep people safe and prevent further chaos in the event of disaster. Full-color photographs that chronicle the construction of simple bunker-like rooms as well as more complex buildings yet to be tested by major geological events will mesmerize readers. They'll also get a look at how high-rises are built to combat the shaking and swaying that comes with these natural disasters.
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