Bibliograph

The science of a bridge collapse, Nikole Brooks Bethea

Type

Label

The science of a bridge collapse, Nikole Brooks Bethea

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

resource.interestAgeLevel

Age 11

resource.interestGradeLevel

Grades 4 to 6

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The science of a bridge collapse

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

869881373

Responsibility statement

Nikole Brooks Bethea

Series statement

Disaster science

Summary

"This book discusses the science behind bridge collapses and their effects. The chapters examine historical bridge collapses, explain how bridges are designed and built, and show how scientists and engineers are working to prevent future collapses. Diagrams, charts, and photos provide opportunities to evaluate and understand the scientific concepts involved."--Publisher's website

Table Of Contents

Introduction to bridge collapses -- Collapse by scour -- Collapse by overloading -- Collapse by environmental forces -- Collapse by collision

Target audience

juvenile

Classification