The Science of Why, Volume 4: Answers to Questions about Science Facts, Fables, and Phenomena
| AUTHOR | Ingram, Jay |
| PUBLISHER | Simon & Schuster (11/19/2019) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Hardcover) |
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Back by popular demand: a brand-new volume of science queries, quirks, and quandaries in the mega-bestselling Science of Why series, sure to enlighten and entertain readers of all ages. Have you ever wondered why we close our eyes when we sneeze? Or how far underground things can live? Or if there's a way to choose the fastest lineup at the grocery store? Yes? Then fasten your seat belts Bestselling author Jay Ingram is here to take you on a rollercoaster ride through science's most perplexing puzzles. From the age-old mysteries that have fascinated us to the pressing unknowns about our future and all the everyday wonderings in-between, Jay answers questions that confound and dumbfound, such as: Why do zebras have stripes?
How many universes might there be?
Can we live for 200 years? ...along with everything you ever wanted to know about alien civilizations, photographic memories, nanobots, poop, and (conveniently) toilet paper. Bursting with laugh-out-loud illustrations, jaw-dropping marvels, and head-scratching science fictions, The Science of Why, Volume 4 will give readers of all stripes a real thrill.
How many universes might there be?
Can we live for 200 years? ...along with everything you ever wanted to know about alien civilizations, photographic memories, nanobots, poop, and (conveniently) toilet paper. Bursting with laugh-out-loud illustrations, jaw-dropping marvels, and head-scratching science fictions, The Science of Why, Volume 4 will give readers of all stripes a real thrill.
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ISBN-13:
9781982130893
ISBN-10:
198213089X
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Sewn)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
208
Carton Quantity:
20
Product Dimensions:
7.40 x 0.70 x 9.20 inches
Weight:
1.25 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Price on Product,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
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BISAC Categories
Science | Reference
Science | History
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Back by popular demand: a brand-new volume of science queries, quirks, and quandaries in the mega-bestselling Science of Why series, sure to enlighten and entertain readers of all ages. Have you ever wondered why we close our eyes when we sneeze? Or how far underground things can live? Or if there's a way to choose the fastest lineup at the grocery store? Yes? Then fasten your seat belts Bestselling author Jay Ingram is here to take you on a rollercoaster ride through science's most perplexing puzzles. From the age-old mysteries that have fascinated us to the pressing unknowns about our future and all the everyday wonderings in-between, Jay answers questions that confound and dumbfound, such as: Why do zebras have stripes?
How many universes might there be?
Can we live for 200 years? ...along with everything you ever wanted to know about alien civilizations, photographic memories, nanobots, poop, and (conveniently) toilet paper. Bursting with laugh-out-loud illustrations, jaw-dropping marvels, and head-scratching science fictions, The Science of Why, Volume 4 will give readers of all stripes a real thrill.
How many universes might there be?
Can we live for 200 years? ...along with everything you ever wanted to know about alien civilizations, photographic memories, nanobots, poop, and (conveniently) toilet paper. Bursting with laugh-out-loud illustrations, jaw-dropping marvels, and head-scratching science fictions, The Science of Why, Volume 4 will give readers of all stripes a real thrill.
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Author:
Ingram, Jay
Jay Ingram is the author of the best-selling books "The Science of Everyday Life," "Talk, Talk, Talk" and "The Burning House," which won the 1995 Canadian Science Writers Book Award. He hosts his own weekly prime time show called "Discovery Connection" which now airs in the U.S., and is co-host and producer of Discovery Channel's award winning "@discovery.ca" television's first and only daily science and nature news magazine. He has received two ACTRA Awards including one for Best Host: the Sandford Fleming Medal from the Royal Canadian Institute for his work popularizing science; and the Royal Science of Canada McNeil Medal for the Public Awareness of Science. He also contributes a weekly science column to the Toronto Star.
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