The f-elements and their compounds often possess an unusually complex electronic structure, governed by the high number of electronic states arising from open f-shells as well as large relativistic an
Kelsey presents students, academics, and researchers with an investigation of the ways in which Eastern Woodlands tribe’s strings and belts of small white and purple shells, traditionally used to depi
Conus is the largest genus of animals in the sea, occurring throughout the world's tropical and subtropical oceans and contributing significantly to marine biodiversity. The shells of these marine mol
There have been stability theories developed for beams, plates and shells — the most significant elements in mechanical, aerospace, ocean and marine engineering. For beams and plates, the theoretical
From rare books, valuable sculpture and paintings, the relics of saints, and porcelain and other precious items, through stamps, textiles, military ribbons, and shells, to baseball cards, teddy bears,
Marcus Pfister's best-selling Questions, Questions-simplified and now on sturdy board book pages-opens children's eyes to the wondrous mysteries all around them.How many shells are on the shore? Milli
This book presents the most relevant practical methods for the analysis and design of circular concrete tanks. The methods can also be used for silos, pipes or any circular shells subjected to arbitra
Toddlers will gleefully share in the excitement of the summer season through these brightly colored illustrations of a day at the beach that includes sand, shells, swimming trunks, a pail and shovel,
Falcon Pocket Guide: California Seashore & Wildlife is a field guide to 180 of the most commonly found shells, plants, and animals along California's coast. Anatomically correct illustrations and
Circular patterns offer coloring and counting fun for kids as young as five! Each of these 60 illustrations features images from the natural world, incorporating animals, birds, insects, and shells.
This book presents a hybrid approach to the mechanics of thin bodies. Classical theories of rods, plates and shells with constrained shear are based on asymptotic splitting of the equations and bounda
"Falcon Pocket Guide: Florida Seashore & Wildlife is a field guide to 180 of the most commonly found shells, plants, and animals along Florida's coast. Anatomically correct illustrations and detai
Tree bark, pine needles, driftwood, acorns, seeds, shells and feathers - these natural materials are formed of beautiful shapes, textures and colours, easily and freely sourced in our surrounding envi
Shells are basic structural elements of modern technology and everyday life. Examples are automobile bodies, water and oil tanks, pipelines, aircraft fuselages, nanotubes, graphene sheets or beer cans
The Concho Valley, named from the abundant mussel shells found in its principal river by seventeenth-century Spanish explorers, occupies a transitional position between the Chihuahuan Desert to the we
Ostracods are small aquatic crustaceans that secret valves or shells, many of which are preserved in Quaternary era sediments. Because of their relative abundance and sensitivity to ecological variabl
Describes the types of homes that animals use and the benefits they provide, discussing such dwellings as nests, caves, webs, tree hollows, termite mounds, and shells.
The physics of atomic inner shells has undergone significant advances in recent years. Fast computers and new experimental tools, notably syn- chrotron-radiation sources and heavy-ion accelerators, ha
1914. British forces are desperately holding off the German invasion in France. The only respite from attack comes as star shells fly high into the night, freezing the action and illuminating the chao
What common condition was once treated with cow dung? How might oyster shells relieve heartburn? Can eels really cure deafness? Is the secret to stopping a stubborn case of hiccups a simple ingredient
A scrapbook journal explains the nesting cycle of loggerhead sea turtles and how volunteers help them, and describes the natural life along the southeastern coast, including local shore birds, shells,
Referred to as the "Spiny Crayfishes" due to impressive arrays of spines on their hard armored shells, Euastacus crayfish are the largest of the 10 genera of Australian freshwater crayfish. This book
On the roots of continuum mechanics in differential geometry -- a review.- Cosserat media.- Cosserat-type shells.- Cosserat-type rods.- Micromorphic media.- Electromagnetism and generalized continua.-
The one field guide to bring to identify the birds, mammals, trees, wildflowers, insects, reptiles, amphibians, fishes, spiders, mushrooms, ferns, sea shells, and sky of New England.
As late as the 1960s, tacos were virtually unknown outside Mexico and the American Southwest. Within fifty years the United States had shipped taco shells everywhere from Alaska to Australia, Morocco
"After World War II, the industrial bases of many cities have shrunk or moved elsewhere, turning large parts of once thriving cities into vacant lots and empty shells. Despite sobering statistics abou
Seahorses and shells adorn Mermaids Color-In Crowns from Mudpuppy. Each themed set includes 8 die-cut paper crowns – 4 each of 2 different designs. Each crown has colored pattern outlines, colored foi
Make your own mermaid with Mudpuppy's Mermaids Flip and Draw book. Drawings by Jenn Playford will get you started. Add shells, beads, tiaras...anything waterproof!- 15 wirebound sheets cut into three
Beetles squeak and beetles glow.Beetles stink, beetles sprint, beetles walk on water.With legs, antennae, horns, beautiful shells, knobs, and other oddities—what’s notto like about beetles?The beetle
This portable, durable guide is a hands-on introduction to cool yet common beach life--from hermit crabs and seagulls to mussels and slipper shells. The book only includes seashells, creatures, and pl
The ultimate reference book on the ethnic jewelery of Asian peoples. This volume provides a vivid and varied insight into body adornment around Asia: ivory, beads, leather, shells, enamel work, precio
A captivating collection of knit and crochet patterns taken from the shoreline and the deep! Dive into a beautiful collection of aquatic wonders to knit and crochet---from lovely shells, lush seaweed,
Prehistoric houses on the Northwest Coast were built from wood, often within piles of discarded shells, leaving little archaeological evidence from which to confirm their presence. Is It a House? uses
Jenn Playford illustrated a demure mermaid on a pink scallop shell, plus other shells, anemones, corals, fish, and a jellyfish for Mudpuppy's Mermaid locked diary.- Color-coordinated mauve padlock wit
By the time of American Civil War things had changed from the Age of Fighting Sail - steam power and explosive shells were transforming naval warfare. Iron was beginning to supplant wood. Britain had
The seasons whirl past in a vibrant flurry of blossoms, clovers, shells, sunflowers, pinecones, gourds, holly, snowflakes and evergreens to use all year 'round! Enough "signs of the seasons" to satisf
Discover how to use found natural materials – such as leaves, flowers, feathers, vegetables, fruits, shells, weeds, and wood grain – to print on any surface, from paper and fabric to ceramics, wood, a
Domestic handicraft was an extraordinarily popular leisure activity in Victorian Britain, especially amongst middle-class women. Craftswomen pasted shells onto boxes, stitched fish scales onto silk, s
Crafting with shells provides the opportunity to create truly unique pieces of art.? When combined, shapes ranging from angels to animals emerge to embellish boxes, cards, frames, mirrors, unique pins
