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The Science of Controlling Electricity and Weather

AUTHOR Scirri, Kaitlin
PUBLISHER Cavendish Square Publishing (07/30/2018)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)

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Since ancient Greece and stories of powerful gods, humans have been fascinated with controlling the weather. This book explores the science behind electricity and the weather, and ways in which scientists are attempting to control them. Readers will discover the science behind producing electricity, taming hurricanes, and creating rain on demand. Through photographs, fun facts, and examples of the latest technology, readers learn about new ways humans are attempting to harness some of nature's trickiest elements.
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ISBN-13: 9781502637970
ISBN-10: 1502637979
Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language: English
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Page Count: 48
Carton Quantity: 0
Product Dimensions: 5.90 x 0.30 x 8.90 inches
Weight: 0.50 pound(s)
Feature Codes: Index, Ikids
Country of Origin: US
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BISAC Categories
Technology & Engineering | Electrical
Grade Level: 3rd Grade - 7th Grade
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.4
Point Value: 1
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Guided Reading Level: Grade 4
Dewey Decimal: 621.31
Library of Congress Control Number: 2017054205
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Since ancient Greece and stories of powerful gods, humans have been fascinated with controlling the weather. This book explores the science behind electricity and the weather, and ways in which scientists are attempting to control them. Readers will discover the science behind producing electricity, taming hurricanes, and creating rain on demand. Through photographs, fun facts, and examples of the latest technology, readers learn about new ways humans are attempting to harness some of nature's trickiest elements.
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