| Alternative Energy: 3 Volume Set Contributor(s): Lerner, K. Lee (Editor), Lerner, Brenda Wilmoth (Editor), Edgar, Kathleen J. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1414490771 ISBN-13: 9781414490779 Publisher: UXL OUR PRICE: $297.00 Product Type: Library Binding Published: June 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Physics |
| Dewey: 333.794 |
| LCCN: 2011050619 |
| Series: Alternative Energy |
| Physical Information: 2" H x 7.2" W x 9.6" (4.80 lbs) 558 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: This title introduces students to issues surrounding both current energy sources and alternative energy options. While there is significant discussion of the non-renewable resources now used to meet the majority of the worlds energy needs (oil, coal and natural gas), the primary focus of the set is on newer options to meet the ever-growing demand. These options include wind and solar energy, fuel cells, hydropower, geothermal power and biomass energy. In addition, more theoretical sources are also explored, including cold fusion, zero point energy and universal forces. Other topics of discussion include the science behind the energy source, notable scientists and scientific discoveries, current examples of use, and the issues, challenges and obstacles to large-scale use. |