Liquid: The Delightful and Dangerous Substances That Flow Through Our Lives by Mark Miodownik

Liquid: The Delightful and Dangerous Substances That Flow Through Our Lives by Mark MiodownikThis fascinating new book by the bestselling scientist and engineer Mark Miodownik is an expert tour of the world of the droplets, heartbeats, and ocean waves that we come across every day. Structured around a plane journey that sees encounters with substances from water and glue to coffee and wine, Liquid Rules shows how these liquids can bring death and destruction as well as wonder and fascination. From Lszl Br's revolutionary pen and Abraham

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