Mimic makers, biomimicry inventors inspired by nature, Kristen Nordstrom ; illustrated by Paul Boston
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Mimic makers, biomimicry inventors inspired by nature, Kristen Nordstrom ; illustrated by Paul Boston
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eng
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Includes bibliographical references
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illustrations
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no index present
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non fiction
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Mimic makers
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Kristen Nordstrom ; illustrated by Paul Boston
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biomimicry inventors inspired by nature
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
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pre adolescent
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