Screws /

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by De Medeiros, Michael.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Science matters Published by : Weigl Publishers, (New York, NY :) Physical details: 24 p. : col. ill. ; 26 cm. Subject(s): Screws. Year : 2010 01. English Non Fiction Item type : 01. English Non Fiction
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Amherst Cove Consolidated School Simple machines 621.8 DEM Available

Includes index.

What is a screw? -- Sharp threads -- Pushing ahead -- Screwy gears -- Gaining an advantage -- Nuts and bolts -- Drilling bits -- Early screws -- Screws on the Web -- Science in action -- What have you learned?

The screw is a simple machine that helps make work easier. This book discusses what a screw is, where it can be found, and how it is used. Features visual diagrams and hands-on experiments.