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Author
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
[2020]
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
"Boom! Dynamite can blast away mountainsides and bring down buildings. This powerful explosive was discovered over 150 years ago, but it wasn't always safe to use. That's because dynamite contains nitroglycerin, a very dangerous explosive. In the late 1860s, Swedish chemist Alfred Nobel accidentally invented dynamite while he was working on a way to make nitroglycerin safer to handle. This book takes an in-depth look at the science behind dynamite,...
2) Alfred Nobel
Author
Publisher
Mason Crest
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Discusses the life story of Alfred Nobel, his invention of dynamite and subsequent wealth to his sadness at the explosive's destructive power and decision to create yearly prizes for those who have rendered the greatest services to mankind.
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