fuel

An introduction to fossil fuels as energy sources, covering how they were formed, the refining process, pros and cons, and fossil fuel use in the future.

Young readers will learn about energy facts.

?Sab?as que un cohete es la ?nica m?quina que puede viajar al espacio? Los primeros cohetes se hicieron hace unos 1.000 a?os.

Natural gas is a fossil fuel widely used for multiple energy needs. This book looks at a variety of issues in the use of natural gas as an energy source.

The simplest machines are the lever, wheel and axle, pulley, ramp, and screw. The electric motor was first invented in 1832, and was used commercially for the first time 41 years later. Examine significant developments in the generation and use of power in Power and Energy, one of the titles in the Technology and Innovation series.

Oil has been produced in 31 states in the United States and in the waters off its coasts. Approximately 17 percent of U.S. oil is produced by offshore oil wells.

"Energy is a very important topic in today's world. It's an essential science concept as well as a major part of current events as fuel prices fluctuate and climate change continues to be a major concern. Readers are able to go beyond the basics in this . . . look at energy and fuel"--Provided by publisher.

"Coal, oil, and natural gas supply the vast majority of the energy that we use in modern life, whether that means generating electricity for lights and computers or fueling the engines that power our cars, buses, and airplanes. Readers will learn how these ancient fuels formed, as well as how human beings extract them from the ground for our use. They'll also learn about the downsides of fossil fuels, such as their limited supply and the environmental damage that burning them produces"--Amazon.

Describes the history, features, and future of top fuel dragsters.

Through engaging text and dynamic infographics, describes the history, features, and future of muscle cars.