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This work includes a brief history of skyscrapers as well as chapters on elevators and communications, facades and facing, mechanical and electrical systems, forces of nature, and much more.

Dams and Waterways, a title in the five-title series Frameworks: Science, Technology, and the Built Environment, illuminates the history, architecture, environmental impact, and scientific and engineering principles behind the design and construction of dams, canals, and other waterways around the world throughout history. Examples include aqueducts in the Roman Empire, the Hoover Dam, Aswan High Dam, Three Gorges Dam, and the Erie Canal. Dams and Waterways provides an interdisciplinary, visual approach that combines informative text, fascinating background information, and basic scientific principles with dozens of full-color photographs, illustrations, diagrams, and other visuals. It highlights the importance of structures that support essential functions of everyday life from the irrigation of crops to the generation of hydroelectric power. Appropriate for a broad audience of students, teachers, librarians, and general interest readers, Dams and Waterways is an excellent supplemental resource for subjects covered throughout the curricula: science, technology, and society; art and architecture; economics; and world history and culture.

Discusses the Egyptian pyramids, Greek temples, Roman buildings, and megalithic monuments in Britain, the book includes chapters on architecture in Mesoamerica, the early Middle East, and ancient China and Japan.

Modern Wonders, a title in the five-title series Frameworks: Science, Technology, and the Built Environment, illuminates the science, technology, art and architecture, and history of the world's greatest architectural and engineering achievements, including the Eiffel Tower, St. Louis Gateway Arch, World Trade Center, Mt. Rushmore, and the Millennium Wheel. Modern Wonders provides an interdisciplinary, visual approach that combines informative text, fascinating background information, and basic scientific principles with dozens of full-color photographs, illustrations, and other visuals (e.g. diagrams and equations). Appropriate for a broad audience of students, teachers, librarians, and general interest readers, Modern Wonders is an excellent supplemental resource for subjects covered throughout the curricula: science, technology, and society; art and architecture; economics; and world history and culture.

This work includes a brief history of skyscrapers as well as chapters on elevators and communications, facades and facing, mechanical and electrical systems, forces of nature, and much more.

Modern Wonders, a title in the five-title series Frameworks: Science, Technology, and the Built Environment, illuminates the science, technology, art and architecture, and history of the world's greatest architectural and engineering achievements, including the Eiffel Tower, St. Louis Gateway Arch, World Trade Center, Mt. Rushmore, and the Millennium Wheel. Modern Wonders provides an interdisciplinary, visual approach that combines informative text, fascinating background information, and basic scientific principles with dozens of full-color photographs, illustrations, and other visuals (e.g. diagrams and equations). Appropriate for a broad audience of students, teachers, librarians, and general interest readers, Modern Wonders is an excellent supplemental resource for subjects covered throughout the curricula: science, technology, and society; art and architecture; economics; and world history and culture.

Dams and Waterways, a title in the five-title series Frameworks: Science, Technology, and the Built Environment, illuminates the history, architecture, environmental impact, and scientific and engineering principles behind the design and construction of dams, canals, and other waterways around the world throughout history. Examples include aqueducts in the Roman Empire, the Hoover Dam, Aswan High Dam, Three Gorges Dam, and the Erie Canal. Dams and Waterways provides an interdisciplinary, visual approach that combines informative text, fascinating background information, and basic scientific principles with dozens of full-color photographs, illustrations, diagrams, and other visuals. It highlights the importance of structures that support essential functions of everyday life from the irrigation of crops to the generation of hydroelectric power. Appropriate for a broad audience of students, teachers, librarians, and general interest readers, Dams and Waterways is an excellent supplemental resource for subjects covered throughout the curricula: science, technology, and society; art and architecture; economics; and world history and culture.

Discover the undiscovered with this jargon-free introduction to astrophysics Astronomy is the study of what you see in the sky. Physics is the study of how things work. Astrophysics is the study of how things in the sky work, from large objects to tiny particles. Astrophysics For Dummies breaks it all down for you, making this difficult but fascinating topic accessible to anyone. Tracking the topics covered in a typical undergraduate astrophysics class, this book will teach you the essential pieces to understanding our universe. Get ready to launch into outer space with this ever-changing branch of science. Discover the latest advances in the world of astrophysics Understand how and why galaxies form and evolveFind out the origins of cosmic raysGet a standalone primer on the science or supplement your astrophysics courseStudents in introductory astrophysics courses and would-be astronomy buffs who want to better understand the mechanics of the universe will love Astrophysics For Dummies.

Discover the power of physics! Physics I For Dummies, 4th Edition explains the basic principles of physics simply and clearly. This useful guide includes easy-to-follow explanations of motion, energy, the states of matter, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, relativity, and beyond. It breaks down complex concepts into manageable chunks and uses relatable examples to you readers understand how physics applies to everyday situations. You'll get a handle on physics in no time! Inside: Work through everything in an intro physics class, explained in plain EnglishUnderstand physics formulas and how to use themLearn the basics of motion, force, work, heat, and more—and pass your test!Make learning easier with examples that connect physics to the worldPerfect for anyone looking for a course supplement or for those simply curious about physics and the way it intersects with our everyday life, Physics I For Dummies takes the work out of learning physics.

Learn everything you need to know about Albert Einstein, the genius who created the Theory of Relativity and calculated mass-energy equivalence.101 Things You Didn’t Know About Einstein provides in-depth, fascinating facts about the famous scientist and mathematician—including details about his personal life, scientific discoveries, interactions with his contemporaries, thoughts on war, religion, and politics, and his impact on the world since his death. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, information, or interesting and entertaining trivia, this book contains everything you need to know about Albert Einstein!

Timed to coincide with the release of Walter Isaacson’s latest biography on the famous painter and inventor, as well as the latest thriller in Dan Brown’s Da Vinci Code series, this book includes 101 in-depth facts about Leonardo Da Vinci.101 Things You Didn’t Know About Da Vinci provides you with all the fascinating facts you didn’t know about the famous artist, inventor, and creator of the Mona Lisa and the Vitruvian Man, including details about his personal life, information about his inventions and art, his interactions with his contemporaries, and his impact on the world since his death. Some facts include:—Da Vinci was left handed, and wrote from right to left, even writing his letters backwards.—Da Vinci’s The Last Supper started peeling off the wall almost immediately upon completion, due to a combination of the type of paint Leonardo used and the humidity—Among Leonardo’s many inventions and creations was a mechanical lion he created to celebrate the coronation of King François I of France Whether you’re seeking inspiration, information, or interesting and entertaining facts about history’s most creative genius, 101 Things You Didn’t Know About Da Vinci has just what you’re looking for!

Amazing & Extraordinary Facts: Leonardo Da Vinci is a unique collection of surprising revelations and quirky stories about one of the most brilliantly talented people to have ever lived. From the Mona Lisa to The Last Supper, Leonardo Da Vinci’s legacy has been some of the most intense, well-known and beautiful works of art from any historical period.This engaging volume reveals Da Vinci's phenomenal accomplishments, including mathematical discoveries, investigating the secrets of the human body, inventing a robot and even his plans to divert the entire Arno River!• How long did the model have to pose for the Mona Lisa?• What did happen to Christ’s feet in the painting of The Last Supper?• Who was Leonardo’s greatest rival?• What is the truth behind The Da Vinci Code?Discover the answers to these intriguing questions and many other amazing and extraordinary facts about the ultimate Renaissance man. stories about a wide range of topics which are guaranteed to inform, absorb and entertain in equal measure.

Wo Astronomie und Physik zusammenkommen Was steckt hinter den Dingen, die wir am Himmel sehen – astronomische Objekte wie Sterne und Himmelskörper? Mit dieser Frage beschäftigt sich die Astrophysik. Dieses Buch erklärt leicht verständlich alles, was Sie brauchen, um ein grundlegendes Verständnis der Astrophysik zu erlangen, sei es für Ihr Studium oder aus Interesse. Cynthia Phillips führt Sie in die Welt der Sterne und Galaxien ein und nimmt Sie mit auf eine faszinierende Reise durchs Universum. Sie lernen die Wissenschaft hinter Sternensystemen, Schwarzen Löchern, Dunkler Materie und anderen Phänomen kennen. Es gibt so viel zu entdecken! Sie erfahren Was außer Sternen, Schwarzen Löchern und Exoplaneten das Universum bevölkertWelche Wissenschaftler die Astrophysik geprägt habenWie alles begann und wie es vielleicht endet