Catalog Search Results
Science Reference Center
Full-text articles to support research in applied sciences, biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and energy. Includes the Science Image Collection, a database of high-quality science images from National Geographic, UPI, Getty, NASA, and Nature Picture Library.
1) Baseball
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Learn about the science behind the game of baseball, including concepts such as acceleration, kinetics, torque, and velocity.
2) Basketball
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Provides an overview of the origins and history of basketball, its management and current issues affecting the game. Also describes the scientific principles and concepts relevant to the sport, the biomechanics and physiology that influence basketball players, and the elements of sports medicine uniquely associated with the game.
3) Gymnastics
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Provides an overview of the sport's origins and evolution, presenting the scientific principles and concepts relevant to gymnastics, the biomechanics and physiology involved, and the elements of sports medicine uniquely associated with gymnasts.
4) Snowboarding
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Describes the evolution of snowboarding as a sport, the training and conditioning required, the basics of gliding and turning, intermediate and advanced jumps and tricks, and the details of competitive snowboarding.
5) Soccer
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Provides an overview of the sport's origins and evolution, presenting the scientific principles and concepts relevant to soccer, the biomechanics and physiology involved, and the elements of sports medicine uniquely associated with soccer.
6) Swimming
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Provides a history and evolution of competitive swimming and explores the scientific principles and concepts related to the sport, the relevant biomechanics and physiology, and the elements of sports medicine associated with swimmers.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
"This series will present the science behind key contemporary sports. Each title in the series will focus on one sport (or a group of related sports) that will give readers an overview of the sport, scientific principles and concepts related to the sport, biomechanics and physiology related to playing the sport, and relevant elements of related sports medicine"--
9) Football
Author
Series
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
"Sports play an important formative role in the lives of many middle and high school students. Science Behind Sports from Lucent Books explores the science behind key contemporary sports. Volumes present in a clear and engaging manner the scientific principles and concepts involved, the biomechanics and physiology of playing, and related health issues and medical concerns related to the sport"--
10) Track and field
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Explores the scientific principles behind track and field, including origins, history, and related health and medical concerns.
12) Volleyball
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Books in this series explore the scientific principles behind some of the most popular team and individual sports; basic physical science concepts are explained in an engaging and accessible manner.; This new title in the Science behind Sports series provides an in-depth look at the scientific principles behind the game of volleyball. A brief history of the sport is offered followed by chapters that cover the scientific concepts behind serving the...
13) Taekwondo
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Learn about the science behind the sport of Taekwondo, including the physics and biomechanics, fitness and training, injuries, nutrition and psychology.
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Why does a curveball curve? Why is it sometimes better to slide into a base than to run to it? How can baseball players avoid common injuries? As readers discover the science behind baseball, they find the answers to these and many more questions about the sport that's often called America's pastime. Fun fact boxes, informative sidebars, and action-packed photographs give readers an exciting look at the way common areas of science are applied in baseball...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Science isn't just used in a laboratory or a classroom-it's necessary on the basketball court, too! Slam-dunks, quick passes, and jump shots are only possible because of science, and readers discover why as they explore the ways physics, biology, and other areas of science are applied in the game of basketball. As readers take in details from fact boxes, sidebars, and diagrams, they see the importance of science, technology, engineering, and math-also...
Author
Language
English
Formats
Description
In order to execute amazing tumbling passes and stick the perfect landing, gymnasts need proper training and a lot of practice. They also need to understand the science behind what they re doing on the mat and in the air. Readers are introduced to the areas of STEM science, technology, engineering, and math that help gymnasts perform at their best, including the ways engineers have created safer equipment and the ways technology is being used to reduce...
Author
Series
Language
English
Description
Physics explains how an ice hockey player scores a goal. Biology explains why certain exercises help hockey players become better and stronger. Math is used to calculate the exact measurement of different kinds of hockey rinks. Engineers use technology to create the safest equipment for hockey players. Readers see how these areas of STEM come together in a hockey game, and they're sure to enjoy this unique look at common science curriculum topics....
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
Lacrosse is quickly becoming one of the most popular sports played by young men and women in North America. In order to fully understand this exciting sport and play it safely and successfully, it helps to have a strong understanding of the science behind it. Readers discover the ways science, technology, engineering, and math are used together on the lacrosse field. This engaging take on familiar STEM topics is sure to delight readers who are sports...
Author
Series
Language
English
Formats
Description
If readers have ever wondered how soccer players "bend it like Beckham," they'll enjoy this unique look at the science behind the world's most popular sport. Detailed text, fact boxes, sidebars, and diagrams help readers understand the many ways scientific concepts are applied on the soccer field. Readers also learn how scientific knowledge is put to use along with the other areas of STEM technology, engineering, and math to help soccer players train,...
Didn't find it?
Can't find what you are looking for? Suggest a purchase. Submit Request