Stronger than steel : spider silk DNA and the quest for better bulletproof vests, sutures, and parachute rope
(Book)
Author
Contributors
Comins, Andy, illustrator.
Published
Boston, Mass. : Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, 2013.
Physical Desc
79 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 x 29 cm.
Status
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Copies
| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Benbrook Public Library - Children/Juvenile Nonfiction | J 595.44 HEO | On Shelf |
| Keller Public Library - Children/Juvenile Nonfiction | CHILD ANIMALS INVERTEB ARACHNIDS | On Shelf |
| Watauga Public Library - Children/Juvenile Nonfiction | J 595.44 HEOS | On Shelf |
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Published
Boston, Mass. : Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, 2013.
Format
Book
Language
English
Accelerated Reader
MG
Level 6.2, 3 Points
Level 6.2, 3 Points
Lexile measure
860
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. 78) and index.
Description
"In The Spider Silk Scientists, readers enter Randy Lewis' lab where they come face to face with golden orb weaver spiders and genetically engineered goats, whose milk contains the proteins to spin spider silk--and to weave a nearly indestructible fiber. Learn how this amazing material might someday be used to repair or replace human ligaments and bones, improve body armor, strenghten parachute rope, and even tether an airplane to an aircraft carrier! Readers explore rapid advancements in the application of genetic medicine and their potential to save and improve lives while considering the crucial ethical concerns of genetic research. A timely addition to the acclaimed Scientists in the Field series. "--,Provided by publisher.
Target Audience
860,Lexile
Study Program Information
Accelerated Reader,MG,6.2,3.0,156751
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Citations
APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Heos, B., & Comins, A. (2013). Stronger than steel: spider silk DNA and the quest for better bulletproof vests, sutures, and parachute rope . Houghton Mifflin Books for Children.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Heos, Bridget and Andy, Comins. 2013. Stronger Than Steel: Spider Silk DNA and the Quest for Better Bulletproof Vests, Sutures, and Parachute Rope. Houghton Mifflin Books for Children.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Heos, Bridget and Andy, Comins. Stronger Than Steel: Spider Silk DNA and the Quest for Better Bulletproof Vests, Sutures, and Parachute Rope Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, 2013.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Heos, Bridget., and Andy Comins. Stronger Than Steel: Spider Silk DNA and the Quest for Better Bulletproof Vests, Sutures, and Parachute Rope Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, 2013.
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