Description
* Why you don't fly out of your seat when amusement park rides turnupside down
* Why a Frisbee flies
* What makes popcorn pop and hot dogs plump
With dozens of fun, safe, and inexpensive experiments, Jim Wiesereveals the secrets behind these and lots of other awesomemysteries. Did you ever wonder what makes a curveball curve, howcotton candy is made, and why fun house mirrors make you look soweird? Here's a wild way to learn the real reasons. Packed withamusing illustrations and easy-to-follow explanations, RollerCoaster Science is a great way to get into physics, chemistry,biology, and more.
About the Author
JIM WIESE is an elementary school science teacher in British Columbia, Canada, who has written several science schoolbooks and who loves leading field trips to his favorite amusement parks.
Book Information
ISBN 9780471594048
Author Jim Wiese
Format Paperback
Page Count 128
Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
Weight(grams) 245g
Dimensions(mm) 255mm * 173mm * 9mm