Fun Science Bionic Big Picture Guide - 1

Author: Masayasu Watanabe
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Publish Date: 1999-08-01
Features: Scientifically and engagingly compares the functions of various organisms in nature with the performance of man-made products. Introduces the functions and structures of various organisms and man-made products through diagrams, presenting content that is novel and unique in both style and form. Uses colorful diagrams to extensively introduce knowledge that interests young people in various scientific fields, widely covering aspects of human life in the 21st century. The illustrations are exquisite, the text is popular science, the layout is innovative, and it includes unique knowledge-related hints, making the content easily transferable. This book is specifically written for children and adolescents, including content such as:
- "Streamlined speed champion for jet propulsion: Squid and rocket"
- "Hovering accurately with a buzz: Hummingbird and helicopter"
- "Spreading a huge umbrella to land slowly: Dandelion and parachute"
- "Strolling through the air without fuel, relying on wind: Albatross and glider"
- "Swimming fast by moving up and down! — Dolphin swim: Dolphin and flippers"
- "One, two, one, two! Rowing swiftly forward: Backswimmer and boat"
- "Faster than in water! Flying out of the surface, speed increases: Flying fish and hydrofoil boat"
- "Freely floating up and down, sometimes displacing water, sometimes absorbing it: Nautilus and Nautilus submarine"
- "The secret of shortening, extending, and jumping lies in springs? — Kangaroo and balance beam"
- "Crossing uneven roads! — Track structure: Snake and track structure"
- "Landing steadily! The body is firmly supported by the uniquely shaped legs: Long-legged spider and lunar module"
- "The magic of temperature: Rising when heated, descending when cooled: Whale and hot air balloon"
- "Hard outer shell firmly protects the body of the rhinoceros beetle: Rhinoceros beetle and car"
- "Complete armor — sharp teeth and swords are no match: Armadillo and armor"
- "Revealing the tip, stealthy detective: Crab and periscope"
- "Knock down nearby enemies! Defend by spraying gas: Stink bug and self-defense spray"
- "Crib: Ladybug and cradle"
- "Carried effortlessly, wherever you go: Kangaroo and stroller"
- "Safe and reliable! Transport many children at once: Crocodile and school bus"
- "Wrap the body, safely pass dangerous nights: Tuna and sleeping bag"
- "Transparent and warm: Snow lotus and greenhouse"
- "Firmly protect important things — the two functions of air foam: Mantis and foam plastic"
- "Not cold in the water — close-fitting diving suit: Seal and diving suit"
- "Run hard, with shock-absorbing paws: Cheetah and race runner."