Morgan, Sally, 1957-

Alternative energy sources / Sally Morgan. - Rev. and updated [ed.]. - Chicago : Heinemann Library, c2009. - 64 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm. - Science at the edge . - Science at the edge. .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 63) and index.

A fossil-fueled world -- Making and storing electricity -- Harnessing the wind -- Trapping light -- Water power -- Heat from the ground -- Nuclear energy -- Biopower -- The future of renewable sources -- Conclusion -- Time line.

Examines some of the interesting and controversial developments and theories in modern science, focusing on the search for inexpensive, renewable energy sources, with discussion of biopower, and wind, wave, solar, geothermal, and nuclear energy.

8.5. 5-8 Follett Library Resources.

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Renewable energy sources.
Energy resources.

TJ808.2 / .M67 2009

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