12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology
Today’s technology is sleek, innovative, and advanced. But it hasn’t always been this way. How did people manage without Apple’s newest iPhone, access to a power plant, or Kellogg’s cereal? The history of technology is filled with groundbreaking advancements in computers, transportation, and even pandemic response. With engaging photos and layouts to hook readers, Technology Breakthroughs describes inventors, their designs, and the ways in which technology has changed our world.
  From the first simple steam engine to advanced hydrogen fuel cells, delve into the history of energy with the 12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology. Each chapter focuses on the development of an instrumental piece of technology, connecting inventions that have led to life today. Fascinating historical and modern photos with intriguing layouts and design features support the text. Thoughtful sidebars, “Think About It” prompts, and numbers-based quick facts will get readers’ gears turning. An in-depth fact sheet, glossary, and suggestions for further learning make this book a complete learning experience.
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12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology
Today’s technology is sleek, innovative, and advanced. But it hasn’t always been this way. How did people manage without Apple’s newest iPhone, access to a power plant, or Kellogg’s cereal? The history of technology is filled with groundbreaking advancements in computers, transportation, and even pandemic response. With engaging photos and layouts to hook readers, Technology Breakthroughs describes inventors, their designs, and the ways in which technology has changed our world.
  From the first simple steam engine to advanced hydrogen fuel cells, delve into the history of energy with the 12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology. Each chapter focuses on the development of an instrumental piece of technology, connecting inventions that have led to life today. Fascinating historical and modern photos with intriguing layouts and design features support the text. Thoughtful sidebars, “Think About It” prompts, and numbers-based quick facts will get readers’ gears turning. An in-depth fact sheet, glossary, and suggestions for further learning make this book a complete learning experience.
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12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology

12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology

by M. M. Eboch
12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology

12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology

by M. M. Eboch

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Overview

Today’s technology is sleek, innovative, and advanced. But it hasn’t always been this way. How did people manage without Apple’s newest iPhone, access to a power plant, or Kellogg’s cereal? The history of technology is filled with groundbreaking advancements in computers, transportation, and even pandemic response. With engaging photos and layouts to hook readers, Technology Breakthroughs describes inventors, their designs, and the ways in which technology has changed our world.
  From the first simple steam engine to advanced hydrogen fuel cells, delve into the history of energy with the 12 Biggest Breakthroughs in Energy Technology. Each chapter focuses on the development of an instrumental piece of technology, connecting inventions that have led to life today. Fascinating historical and modern photos with intriguing layouts and design features support the text. Thoughtful sidebars, “Think About It” prompts, and numbers-based quick facts will get readers’ gears turning. An in-depth fact sheet, glossary, and suggestions for further learning make this book a complete learning experience.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781645823308
Publisher: The Creative Company
Publication date: 07/16/2024
Pages: 48
Product dimensions: 6.70(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 9 - 13 Years

Table of Contents

Steam Engine 4

Rotary Drill 6

Gasoline Engine 8

Power Station 10

Hydroelectric Power 12

Nuclear Power 14

Geothermal Power 16

Solar Power 18

Wind Turbine 20

Plant Fuel 22

Hybrid Engine 24

Hydrogen Fuel Cell 26

Fact Sheet 28

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32

About the Author 32

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