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Frank Einstein, a kid-genius inventor, accidentally creates Klink, a self-assembled artificial intelligence, which in turns leads to the creation of Klank, an almost-intelligent artificial creation. Together the three invent the Electro-Finger, which will give free wireless energy to to their town--or it would, if T. Edison, Frank's arch rival, hadn't stolen it.
5) Omega rising
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"The Voyagers land on a planet made entirely of water where they must find the third element of the Source that will save the Earth"--
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Comical characters explain the basics, including the many forms energy can take. Readers can learn how energy changes from one form to another so that the Sun's energy can end up in a lunch box and eventually in people's muscles. Easy-to-follow diagrams show different ways energy can be harnessed. For a green look at the topic, the pros and cons of each form of energy are outlined, and tips on how to use energy sensibly are included. This high-voltage...
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"Pandemic drought, skyrocketing oil prices, dwindling energy supplies and wars of water scarcity threaten the planet. Only four people can prevent global chaos. Gary Morgan--a brilliant, renegade scientist is pilloried by the scientific community for his belief in a space elevator: a pillar to the sky, which he believes will make space flight fast, simple and affordable. Eva Morgan--a brilliant and beautiful scientist of Ukrainian descent, she has...
16) Oil
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Provides information about oil and other petroleum products, explaining what they are and how they are used; discussing oil exploration, drilling, and refining; and looking at the problem of pollution and alternatives to oil as a fuel source.
18) Nuclear power
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Explains how nuclear energy is produced and the history of how it was discovered and discusses the dangers of using nuclear power--including plant meltdowns, nuclear bombs, and waste disposal--and its benefits.
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