Science at the airport / Amy Sarver.

By:

Sarver, Amy

Contributor(s):

National Geographic Society (U.S.)

Series: Physical science ; | Physical science (National Geographic Society (U.S.)) | Everyday science (National Geographic Society (U.S.))Publication details: Washington, D.C. : The National Geographic Society, [2004]Description: 24 p. : col. ill. ; 23 cmISBN:

9780792245681

Subject(s):

DDC classification:

629.136 23

LOC classification:

TL725.15 .S27 2004

Contents:

Introduction -- Planning and pictographs -- Tracking -- X-rays and metal detectors -- Airport transportation -- Weather -- Preparing for takeoff -- Radar -- Flight -- Find out more -- Glossary.

Summary: Explores the science and technology of air transportation, including technologies such as x-ray security devices and the use of radar for air traffic control. Explains how lift allows airplanes to fly.

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Item type	Current library	Call number	Status	Date due	Barcode
Books	UP Library	629.136 (Browse shelf(Opens below))	Available		T301753

Includes bibliographical references (p. 22).

Introduction -- Planning and pictographs -- Tracking -- X-rays and metal detectors -- Airport transportation -- Weather -- Preparing for takeoff -- Radar -- Flight -- Find out more -- Glossary.

Explores the science and technology of air transportation, including technologies such as x-ray security devices and the use of radar for air traffic control. Explains how lift allows airplanes to fly.

3.8.

3-6 Follett School Solutions.

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