Friction (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781641900485)

Friction makes many everyday activities possible, from allowing brakes to stop a speeding car to allowing a professional baseball player to grip a bat. Readers will learn all about the science-curricula-aligned aspects of friction with this engaging text. These include the differences between static friction and kinetic friction, in addition to how air resistance plays a role when birds, planes, and trains cut through the air. This title also features striking, full-color images on each page depicting friction examples and concepts. Complete with compelling fact boxes that define terms and inspire additional critical thinking, this title is sure to give aspiring engineers an engaging and memorable overview of friction's important role in life on Earth.

Author: Marie Harts
ISBN-10: 1641900482
ISBN-13: 9781641900485
Publisher: Rosen Education Service
Language: English
Published: 12/30/2023
Pages: 32
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 8.10h x 7.90w x 0.30d