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UNINA9910154837203321 |
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Autore |
Loh-Hagan Virginia |
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Titolo |
Skyscrapers / / by Virginia Loh-Hagan |
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Ann Arbor : , : Cherry Lake Publishing, , 2017 |
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Descrizione fisica |
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1 online resource (24 pages) : illustrations |
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Collana |
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21st century junior library. Extraordinary engineering |
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Disciplina |
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Soggetti |
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Skyscrapers |
Skyscrapers - Design and construction |
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Formato |
Materiale a stampa |
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Livello bibliografico |
Monografia |
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Nota di bibliografia |
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Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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Nota di contenuto |
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What are skyscrapers? -- How do skyscrapers support weight? -- How do skyscrapers resist forces? -- How do skyscrapers serve people's needs? -- Try this! |
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Sommario/riassunto |
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"The 21st Century Junior Library Extraordinary Engineering series explains how important feats of engineering are accomplished. Skyscrapers examines the engineering concepts that make these awe inspiring structures possible. Sidebars encourage readers to engage in the material by asking deeper questions or conducting individual research. An activity, full color photos, a glossary, and a listing of additional resources all enhance the learning experience"-- |
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