The Physics of Christmas: From the Aerodynamics of Reindeer to the Thermodynamics of Turkey 1

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The Physics of Christmas: From the Aerodynamics of Reindeer to the Thermodynamics of Turkey

Name: The Physics of Christmas: From the Aerodynamics of Reindeer to the Thermodynamics of Turkey
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Author: Roger Highfield
ISBN: 9780316366953

Roger Highfield

Häftad

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320 sidor
1999

CAN REINDEER FLY?

WHY IS SANTA CLAUS FAT?

COULD SCIENTISTS CLONE THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS TREE?

WAS THE STAR OF BETHLEHEM REALLY A COMET?

WHY IS RUDOLPH'S NOSE RED?

HOW DOES SANTA MANAGE TO DELIVER PRESENTS TO AN ESTIMATED 842 MILLION HOUSEHOLDS IN A SINGLE NIGHT?

WHAT COULD WE DO TO GUARANTEE A WHITE CHRISTMAS EVERY YEAR?

These are among the questions explored in an irresistibly witty book that illuminates the cherished rituals, legends, and icons of Christmas from a unique and fascinating perspective: science.

Författare: Roger Highfield
Format: Häftad
ISBN: 9780316366953
Språk: Engelska
Antal sidor: 320
Utgivningsdatum: 1999-11-01
Förlag: Back Bay Books