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The science behind football, volleyball, cycling and other popular sports

Part of the Science of the Summer Olympics series
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Behind every Summer Olympic scoring football kick, tennis-ball bounce and hard-hitting volleyball serve, science is at work.

The type of kick used on a football affects its path.

An equestrian leans forward during a jump to help the horse balance.

Cyclists wear tight clothing to reduce drag. Find out how science is involved in several popular Summer Olympic events and how athletes take science into account in their quest for the gold medal.

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Product Details
Raintree
1474711472 / 9781474711470
Paperback / softback
796
09/02/2017
United Kingdom
English
32 pages : illustrations (colour)
23 cm
Children's (6-12) Learn More
Quiz No: 230419, Points 0.50, Book Level 5.40,
Middle Years - Key Stage 2 Learn More
Reprint. "Book band level: Red plus"--Back cover. Originally published: 2016.