Why Don't Spiders Stick to Their Webs?: And Other Everyday Mysteries of Science
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Answers to everyday scientific curiosities.
If you've ever pondered mysteries of everyday science, this book is akin to having a coffee with a friend who happens to be an award-winning science writer. Robert Matthews addresses the kind of quirky questions we've all wondered about but often don't know where to find answers to. Engaging and accessible, it's like a mythbusters for the natural world – an enjoyable, enlightening read that'll leave you with a trove of fun facts to share at your next social gathering.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Why Don't Spiders Stick to Their Webs?: And Other Everyday Mysteries of Science
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ISBN: 9781851685516
Authors:
Robert Mathews
Publisher: Oneworld Publications
Date of Publication: 2007-10-25
Format: Paperback
Related Collections:
Science
Goodreads rating: 3.24
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What happens if you fall into a black hole? Does subliminal advertising work? Why don't spiders stick to their webs? Award-winning science writer Robert Matthews answers the most baffling and intriguing questions sent by members of the general public, with some surprising results. From the edges of the universe to the fate of odd socks, this collection unravels the science that surrounds us, and is a must-read for all inquisitive minds.
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Answers to everyday scientific curiosities.
If you've ever pondered mysteries of everyday science, this book is akin to having a coffee with a friend who happens to be an award-winning science writer. Robert Matthews addresses the kind of quirky questions we've all wondered about but often don't know where to find answers to. Engaging and accessible, it's like a mythbusters for the natural world – an enjoyable, enlightening read that'll leave you with a trove of fun facts to share at your next social gathering.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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