Answering all your burning scientific questions, from what it means to be alive to why things explode, How Science Works explains science facts throughout amazing diagrams and infographics. Unlock the secrets of the universe, such as whether a robot takeover is possible, and marvel at the surprising simplicity of gravity. Dazzle your friends and family with answers to their everyday science questions such as; why do sirens change pitch as they pass by? How do planes stay in the air? Plus many more! Learn how to explain the mind-boggling concepts that eluded you at school, all the way through to more recent fascinating topics such as the discovery of the Higgs Boson- this really is science made simple.
Die Fakten visuell erklärt Reihe
Diese visuell reichhaltige Reihe befasst sich mit den komplexen Welten der Wissenschaft, Geschichte und Natur. Jeder Band verwendet fesselnde Illustrationen und klare Diagramme, um komplexe Themen zu entschlüsseln. Sie enthüllt faszinierende Details, die das Lernen für Leser jeden Alters zum Leben erwecken. Dies ist eine ideale Möglichkeit, die Fakten zu verstehen, die unsere Welt prägen.
How the Body Works
- 256 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
Examines the systems and parts of the human body and how they work, including the skin, blood, bones, lungs, and heart.
How Technology Works
- 256 Seiten
- 9 Lesestunden
Have you ever asked yourself how the inventions, gadgets, and devices that surround us actually work? Discover the hidden workings of everyday technology with this graphic guide. How Technology Works demystifies the machinery that keeps the modern world going, from simple objects such as zip fasteners and can openers to the latest, most sophisticated devices of the information age, including smart watches, personal digital assistants, and driverless cars. It includes inventions that have changed the course of history, like the internal combustion engine, as well as technologies that might hold the key to our future survival, including solar cells and new kinds of farming to feed a growing population. All the way through the book, step-by-step explanations are supported by simple and original graphics that take devices apart and show you how they work. The opening chapter explains principles that underpin lots of devices - from basic mechanics to electricity to digital technology. From there on, devices are grouped by application - such as the home, transport, and computing - making them easy to find and placing similar devices side by side. How Technology Works is perfect for anyone who didn't have a training in STEM subjects at school or is simply curious about how the modern world works.