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Mimic makers : biomimicry inventors inspired by nature  Cover Image Book Book

Mimic makers : biomimicry inventors inspired by nature / Kristen Nordstrom ; illustrated by Paul Boston.

Nordstrom, Kristen. (Author). Boston, Paul, 1952- (Added Author).

Summary:

"In biomimicry, scientists imitate traits found in nature. An engineer shapes the nose of his bullet train like a kingfisher's beak. A scientist models her solar cell on the mighty leaf. Discover how ten inventors were inspired by animals and plants to create cutting-edge technology"--Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 1580899471
  • ISBN: 9781580899475
  • Physical Description: 44 pages : colour illustrations
  • Publisher: Watertown, MA : Charlesbridge, [2021]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references.
Immediate Source of Acquisition Note:
LSC 21.99
Subject: Biomimicry > Juvenile literature.
Inventions > Juvenile literature.
Inventors > Juvenile literature.
Technological innovations > Juvenile literature.
Nature > Miscellanea > Juvenile literature.

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