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A playful and entertaining look at science on The Simpsons <p>This amusing book explores science as presented on the longest-running and most popular animated TV series ever made: The Simpsons. Over the years, the show has examined such issues as genetic mutation, time travel, artificial intelligence, and even aliens. "What's Science Ever Done for Us?" examines these and many other topics through the lens of America's favorite cartoon.</p> <p>This spirited science guide will inform Simpsons fans and entertain science buffs with a delightful combination of fun and fact. It will be the perfect companion to the upcoming Simpsons movie.</p> <p>The Simpsons is a magnificent roadmap of modern issues in science. This completely unauthorized, informative, and fun exploration of the science and technology, connected with the world's most famous cartoon family, looks at classic episodes from the show to launch fascinating scientific discussions mixed with intriguing speculative ideas and a dose of humor. Could gravitational lensing create optical illusions, such as when Homer saw someone invisible to everyone else? Is the Coriolis effect strong enough to make all toilets in the Southern Hemi
- Author
- Halpern, Paul, 1961-
- Publisher
- Hoboken, N.J. : John Wiley
- Published
- 2007
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9784701146069
- Subjects
- Science, Technology, Stem
- Rating
- 3.69 / 5 (121 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14
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