Magnetism: An Investigation

Stringer, John

ISBN 10 : 1404242880 ISBN 13 : 9781404242883

Editeur : PowerKids Press, 2007

Synopsis

This title explores magnetism by answering questions pertaining to topics such as force fields, while also including brief experiments for readers to try. The book also addresses the many ways in which magnets are used in household appliances, recording devices, and more.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

This practical book answers common questions about magnetism by looking at evidence and demonstrating its properties through a range of carefully chosen experiments that can be done in the classroom or at home. It covers such questions as 'What happens inside a magnet?', 'What is a force field?', 'Can a magnet work through things?', 'How are magnetism and electricity connected?' and 'Can a magnet make electricity?' It also includes questions for readers to investigate further on their own. Written by a highly experienced and acclaimed science writer, the book includes links to useful websites as well as glossary, index and list of further reading.

Biographie de l'auteur

John Springer taught in primary education for twenty-five years before becoming a freelance writer in science and technology for young children. He helps to write the country's most widely used science resources and advises on schools television for young children. He leads practical science workshops for children and their teachers and believes that science questions are the first and most interesting ones that children ask!

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: PowerKids Press
• Date d'édition: 2007
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1404242880
• ISBN 13: 9781404242883
• Reliure: Belle reliure
• Nombre de pages: 32
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible