Science on the Edge - Bionics - Hardcover

Maxine Rosaler

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1567117848 ISBN 13: 9781567117844

Publisher: Blackbirch Press, 2003

Synopsis

Bionics is the science of fusing artificial parts with human parts in order to duplicate body functions. Though most people understand bionics to be the creation of "superhumans," the practical applications are less dramatic, such as hearing aids, artificial limbs, and artificial hearts. In fact one out of every ten Americans depends on some type of artificial physical enhancement device. The future of this science holds amazing potential--from the creation of artificial nervous systems that would allow paralyzed people to move, to devices that would give sight to the blind.

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Review

"This excellent series objectively covers controversial topics of great interest. This set is notable for its timeliness and fairness in treatment of the topics. Highly Recommended."
--Library Media Connection (March 2004) (Library Media Connection 20040301)

"Exemplary in their balanced, easy-to-grasp coverage of complex issues, the titles in this series present the controversies and facts behind edgy science topics, such as stem cells and cloning, without sensationalizing. Crystal-clear microscopic images mix with photos of scientists at work in these useful titles to support student debate or reports."
--Booklist (April 2004) (Booklist 20040401)

Edition details

• Publisher: Blackbirch Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1567117848
• ISBN 13: 9781567117844
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 48