The Physics of Christmas: From the Aerodynamics of Reindeer to the Thermodynamics of TurkeyThe Physics of Christmas: From the Aerodynamics of Reindeer to the Thermodynamics of Turkey
The Physics of Christmas: From the Aerodynamics of Reindeer to the Thermodynamics of Turkey
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The Physics of Christmas: From the Aerodynamics of Reindeer to the Thermodynamics of Turkey - Paperback

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by Roger Highfield (Author)

Can reindeer fly? Could scientists clone the perfect Christmas tree? How does Santa manage to deliver presents to an estimated 824 million households in a single night?

These are among the questions explored in an irresistibly witty book that illuminates the cherished rituals, legends, and icons of Christmas from a unique and fascinating perspective: science.

"Excellent entertainment for the Christmas connoisseurs in your circle." --USA Today

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CAN REINDEER FLY?

WHY IS SANTA CLAUS FAT?

COULD SCIENTISTS CLONE THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS TREE?

WAS THE STAR OF BETHLEHEM REALLY A COMET?

WHY IS RUDOLPH'S NOSE RED?

HOW DOES SANTA MANAGE TO DELIVER PRESENTS TO AN ESTIMATED 842 MILLION HOUSEHOLDS IN A SINGLE NIGHT?

WHAT COULD WE DO TO GUARANTEE A WHITE CHRISTMAS EVERY YEAR?

These are among the questions explored in an irresistibly witty book that illuminates the cherished rituals, legends, and icons of Christmas from a unique and fascinating perspective: science.

Number of Pages: 320
Dimensions: 0.78 x 8.26 x 4.88 IN
Publication Date: October 26, 2005
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