Forces and motion : from push to shove / Christopher Cooper.

Author/creator Cooper, Christopher, 1944-
Format Book
Publication InfoChicago, Ill. : Heinemann Library, ©2003.
Description32 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm.
Subjects

SeriesHeinemann infosearch
Science answers
Science answers. UNAUTHORIZED
Heinemann infosearch. ^A599210
Contents What are forces? -- What happens when you push or pull an object? -- How can forces change the shape of objects? -- How can we make objects move faster and slower? -- Why do things fall to the ground when you drop them? -- Why do some things float? -- What is pressure? -- How can forces work for us? -- People who found the answers -- Amazing facts.
Abstract Why do apples fall to the ground? What stops atoms from flying apart? Why don't submarines sink? Investigate the curious world of physical science. Find out for yourself about Forces and Motion through experiments that you can do at home. Learn why some balls are better to use in certain games. Find out how a person can lift a car. Forces and Motion will show you the importance of investigating and understanding the physical world around you.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 32) and index.
LCCN 2003002503
ISBN140340951X (lib. bdg. : hbk.)
ISBN9781403409515 (lib. bdg. : hbk.)
ISBN1403435480 (pbk.)
ISBN9781403435484 (pbk.)

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Joyner TRC Nonfiction 531 C7845F ✔ Available Place Hold