| The Science of a Bridge Collapse Contributor(s): Bethea, Nikole Brooks (Author) |
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ISBN: 1631376683 ISBN-13: 9781631376689 Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing OUR PRICE: $12.79 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Disasters - Juvenile Nonfiction | Transportation - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Technology - General |
| Dewey: 624.2 |
| LCCN: 2014004029 |
| Lexile Measure: 870 |
| Series: 21st Century Skills Library: Disaster Science |
| Physical Information: 0.1" H x 7.2" W x 9.2" (0.25 lbs) 32 pages |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 171100 Reading Level: 5.8 Interest Level: Middle Grades Point Value: 1.0 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This book discusses the science behind bridge collapses and their effects. The chapters examine historical bridge collapses, explain how bridges are designed and built, and show how scientists and engineers are working to prevent future collapses. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved. |