The Science of Superheroes: The Secrets Behind Speed, Strength, Flight, Evolution, and More
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| Rating | : | 4.94 (595 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1631582119 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 272 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-04-25 |
| Language | : | English |
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. He was one of the founding members of NASA?s Astrobiology Institute Science Communication Group. He also launched the world?s first astrobiology degree in 2005. He tours Europe with Science of Doctor Who, Science of Star Wars, and Science of Superheroes shows. After producing a science rap video for NASA about astrobiology in 2008, the Guardian identified him as ?the next big thing? in education. He?s communicated science through film, television, print, and radio on five continents, including for NASA, Seattle?s Science Fiction Museum, the BBC, the Royal Institution, and Sky Movies. His most recent book, The Science of Star Wars, published in fall of 2016, for which Jon Chase was also a co-author.Jon Ch
Explore and examine their amazing abilities and fantastic gadgets with a detailed scientific lens.The scientific questions examined within this book include:Can an Iron Man suit be made?How does Thor?s hammer work?Could any known forms of radiation cause superpowers?How many calories does Superman need each day?Could you cross a Lamborghini and a hummer to make the Batmobile Tumbler?And many more!Whether you?re a movie or comic buff, this book is certain to entertain and open your eyes to the truth behind these amazing characters.. But do you ever wonder if any of it is plausible or rooted in fact?Enter The Science of Superheroes, which address more than fifty topics that span the worlds of your favorite superheroes and villains. They fascinate their fans with their incredible superhuman abilities and impressive technology. The concept of the superhero has permeated our culture
Jon has worked with the BBC, the Open University, the Science Museum, the Royal Society, and the Royal Institution. He was one of the founding members of NASA?s Astrobiology Institute Science Communication Group. After producing a science rap video for NASA about astrobiology in 2008, the Guardian id