Stronger than steel : spider 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.
Format
Book
Physical Desc
79 pages : color illustrations ; 24 x 29 cm.
Status
Main Library - Children's Juvenile
595.44 Heo
1 available
595.44 Heo
1 available
Oliver La Farge - Children's Juvenile
595.44 Heo
1 available
595.44 Heo
1 available
Southside - Children's Juvenile
595.44 Heo
1 available
595.44 Heo
1 available
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Copies
| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Main Library - Children's Juvenile | 595.44 Heo | On Shelf |
| Oliver La Farge - Children's Juvenile | 595.44 Heo | On Shelf |
| Southside - Children's Juvenile | 595.44 Heo | On Shelf |
More Details
Published
Boston, Mass. : Houghton Mifflin Books for Children, 2013.
Language
English
Accelerated Reader
MG
Level 6.2, 3 Points
Level 6.2, 3 Points
Lexile measure
860
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 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, strengthen 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
860L,Lexile
Study Program Information
Accelerated Reader AR,MG,6.2,3,156751.
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