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The science of movies / by Cecilia Pinto McCarthy.

Summary:

"From turning sounds and images into digital signals and back again to tricking the brain into seeing things that do not exist, movies involve a wide array of scientific concepts. The Science of Movies showcases the science behind the screen. Easy-to-read text and vivid images bring this subject to life."-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781680782479
  • ISBN: 1680782479
  • Physical Description: 48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), photographs (chiefly color) ; 24 cm.
  • Publisher: Minneapolis, MN : Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing, [2017]

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (page 47) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
A grand illusion -- Captured on camera -- From silence to sound -- Special effects and movie magic -- Amazing animation -- Fast facts -- Stop and think.
Target Audience Note:
Grades 3-6.
800L Lexile
Study Program Information Note:
Accelerated Reader AR MG 5.6 1 185973.
Subject:
Motion pictures > Juvenile literature.
Cinematography > Juvenile literature.
Genre:
Illustrated works.
Informational works.

Available copies

  • 6 of 6 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at McDowell County Public Library.

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  • 0 current holds with 6 total copies.
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Marion Library JUV 791.43 MCC (Text) 37810435429831 Juvenile Nonfiction Available -