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Funky, fascinating...and freaky! These are just some of the words that describe the captivating and sometimes strange world of scientific discovery. Worms with two heads, fruit that conducts electricity, and miniature brains that grow in petri dishes are a few of the totally weird topics in this volume, which demonstrates to readers just how bizarre science can be. While examining scientific peculiarities, readers will come to understand more about...
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"Weather is one of the most amazing forces on Earth. Sometimes it's mild, sometimes it's wild, and sometimes it's downright freaky! This book explores the weirdest weather on record, including dramatic temperature changes, deadly precipitation, and weather events where and when they shouldn't be. Readers will be captivated by stories of fog tsunamis, never-ending lightning storms, and rainbows created by moonlight. Full-color photographs bring these...
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"Electricity is one of the most important discoveries of the modern world. But sometimes electricity can do truly freaky things. From ball lightning to Nikola Tesla's amazing lightning rod and other inventions, the power of lightning has fascinated many throughout history. Stories about Ben Franklin discovering electricity and how Tesla coils work will fascinate readers eager to explore the history of electricity and the technological advances scientists...
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"Everyone needs sleep, but some of the weirdest things about living happen when people try to get some shut-eye. Sleepwalking and lucid dreams are just the start of the odd things that can happen to people when they are asleep. Exploding head syndrome, for instance, is not something people want waking them up in the middle of the night! This book explores all the weird wonders that sleep can bring. From sleep disorders to paralysis and even breathless...
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"Do you believe that the truth is out there? This book will fascinate both young skeptics and paranormal believers alike with true tales about creepy happenings, strange people, and bizarre places. Eerie photos will connect readers to the intriguing text, and scientific explanations will leave them even more in awe of our freaky, wonderful world. Science and history combine to make this volume a must-read for every young ghost hunter and would-be...
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Today, science offers explanations of things people once found freaky, and the human body is no exception. Everything our body does has a purpose, from our seemingly gross bodily fluids to the weird and wild ways we stay healthy. Readers take a journey through the human body, learning why (almost) every organ has a purpose and how the old adage "What doesn't kill you makes you stronger" is actually true in some ways. From the bacteria that fills our...
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Technology has made modern life as we know it possible, but there's always a downside to technological advances. Some technology can be helpful, but some is downright freaky. From secret computer viruses made by the government to incredible technology that keeps buildings safe during windstorms or earthquakes, this book explores the world of technology with an eye on the weird fringes that spark some of the most useful and wild inventions in the world....
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Animals are a familiar part of most people's lives, from household pets to farm animals to backyard birds, but the animal world holds an enormous number of weird and freaky stories. This fascinating book is the second volume in this popular series to explore such stories. Readers will be thrilled to learn about animal oddities like creatures with night-vision goggles, organisms that are almost invisible, and even the swarm of bees that followed a...
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Some of the wildest inventions came from clever minds that wanted to change the world. But some of these inventions are truly strange. From crazy early flying machines to wacky mash-ups like a gun that takes pictures, there are many crazy creations that lived short lives. Even practical inventions of the past-like the phonograph-look strange compared to modern inventions such as televisions and MP3 players. This book takes a look at some of the strangest...
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Aliens, ghosts, and cryptids may all fall under the category of "strange" or "unusual," but all are classified as paranormal. There are plenty of spooky and scary stories throughout history. From Abraham Lincoln's doppelganger to the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle and even the feeling of déjà vu, there are many unexplained phenomena. Even some aspects of history itself are still a mystery, like the Antikythera mechanism found in a Greek shipwreck....
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The human body is amazing, but with advancements in medicine and scientific technology, there are some pretty freaky stories about how people can live in the modern world. From surviving after having organs removed to the horror of insects living in our bodies, this enthralling book's main content is the perfect companion for a future biologist, doctor, or any curious reader who loves to get grossed out. Including true stories, up-close photographs,...
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There are stories of meat-eating plants, but are they really true? Yes! Plants are just as freaky as animals in many ways. This book dives into jungles, forests, and fields all over the world that contain some of the wildest plants on the planet. From Venus flytraps and pitcher plants to a plant that smells like a rotting corpse, these organisms are as diverse as they are weird. Toxic mosses and poisonous plants like the New Zealand tree nettle show...
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Space is infinite. There are never-ending mysteries in its starry reaches, and we're still learning about them. In this detailed, fascinating book, young readers will learn more about freaky stories of space, including weird planets, strange stars, unexplained phenomena, and tales of the brave people who've traveled into this final frontier. Intriguing facts and historic photographs will catch students' interest as they investigate these mysteries...
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