The Basics of Mechanics

by John O.E. Clark

Mechanics is the branch of physics that deals with forces and movement. Aligned to the science curriculum, this stimulating volume explores topics such as measurement, mass and weight, falling objects, force and acceleration, stability and equilibrium, energy, vectors and scalars, work and power, loads and levers, inclines and friction, and pulleys and gears. Nine projects help readers grasp a key scientific principle, such as cheating the force of...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1477777547
• ISBN13: 9781477777541
• Release Date: July 2014
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.4" x 9.3"
• Age Range: 13 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 8 to 12