| Gravity Contributor(s): Hunter, Nick (Author) |
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ISBN: 1410987345 ISBN-13: 9781410987341 Publisher: Raintree OUR PRICE: $8.09 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2017 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Physics |
| Dewey: 531.14 |
| LCCN: 2017009861 |
| Lexile Measure: 990 |
| Series: Great Scientific Theories |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 7.5" W x 10.2" (0.15 lbs) 32 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 197079 Reading Level: 6.1 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Why does the rain fall? Why do rivers flow to the sea? The scientific theory of gravity answers these and many more questions we may have about this invisible force. This fascinating book looks at the historical controversies that surround the theory of gravity and tells the stories of the scientists who worked on the theory. It also examines how the theory of gravity was arrived at, how it was tested, and what impact the theory has had on our understanding of science today. |
Contributor Bio(s): Hunter, Nick: - Nick Hunter has written more than 30 books for young people. He has a degree in Modern History and specializes in writing about history and social studies. Nick enjoys all aspects of pop culture, particularly music from the 1950s to the present day. Before becoming an author, Nick worked in educational publishing for many years. He lives in Oxford, UK with his wife and two sons. |