This Is Rocket Science
True Stories of the Risk-taking Scientists who Figure Out Ways to Explore Beyond
1 of 1 copy available
1 of 1 copy available
The compelling text—vetted by NASA scientists—is a combination of history, science, human drama, and future challenges. Readers learn how fireworks in ancient China developed into the fire arrows used by Genghis Khan; we meet Sir Isaac Newton, Jules Verne, H.G. Wells, and learn how their imaginations shaped rocketry. We revisit the era of Sputnik, the satellite that launched a superpower space race, ending with moonwalks and a rendezvous in space. Finally we look forward to the future challenges of Mars and beyond. We also get a sneak peek at new technologies like space elevators, solar sails, ion propulsion, and more.
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Release date
April 13, 2010 -
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Kindle Book
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OverDrive Read
- ISBN: 9781426307171
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EPUB ebook
- ISBN: 9781426307171
- File size: 12965 KB
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Languages
- English
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Levels
- ATOS Level: 8.7
- Lexile® Measure: 1210
- Interest Level: 4-8(MG)
- Text Difficulty: 7
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