The gross science of bad smells /
Mooney, Carla, 1970-
The gross science of bad smells / Carla Mooney. - First edition. - 48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm. - Way gross science . - Way gross science. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Molecules in the air -- Detecting smells -- Smell and the brain -- Perceiving smell.
The world is full of stinky smells, such as sweaty feet, dirty diapers, rotting food, and wet dogs. Some smells are so bad, they can make a person gag or run in the opposite direction. In this book, readers will examine what causes bad smells, why some objects smell more than others, and how smells travel. They will also explore how the nose and brain detect and recognize different smells. With high-interest content and special features that include a Myths and Facts and 10 Great Questions to Ask a Specialist sidebars, this engrossing book will attract even hesitant readers. --Amazon
Grades 5-8.
9781508181651 1508181659 9781508181668 1508181667
2017050375
Smell--Juvenile literature.
Odors--Juvenile literature.
Illustrated works.
Informational works.
The gross science of bad smells / Carla Mooney. - First edition. - 48 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm. - Way gross science . - Way gross science. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Molecules in the air -- Detecting smells -- Smell and the brain -- Perceiving smell.
The world is full of stinky smells, such as sweaty feet, dirty diapers, rotting food, and wet dogs. Some smells are so bad, they can make a person gag or run in the opposite direction. In this book, readers will examine what causes bad smells, why some objects smell more than others, and how smells travel. They will also explore how the nose and brain detect and recognize different smells. With high-interest content and special features that include a Myths and Facts and 10 Great Questions to Ask a Specialist sidebars, this engrossing book will attract even hesitant readers. --Amazon
Grades 5-8.
9781508181651 1508181659 9781508181668 1508181667
2017050375
Smell--Juvenile literature.
Odors--Juvenile literature.
Illustrated works.
Informational works.