| Description |
48 p. : ill. (chiefly col.) ; 24 cm |
| Series |
Alternative energy |
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Alternative energy (Core Library (Firm))
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| Contents |
Chapter one: What is hydroelectric power? --Chapter two: The oldest type of power --Chapter three: The power of falling water --Chapter four: The future of hydropower --Fast facts --Stop and think --Glossary --Learn more --Index. |
| Summary |
The movement of a rushing river is a valuable energy source. Hydroelectric Energyshows how engineers build and operate dams, turbines, and generators to turn this movement into electricity. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Glossary of key words; Informative sidebars; Primary-source text; Table of contents. |
| Audience |
3456 Childrens Plus, Inc. |
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790 Lexile. |
| Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR RL 5.5 1.0 188614 PCMS. |
| Subject |
Renewable energy sources.
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Water-power.
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| ISBN |
1680784552 |
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9781680784558 |
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