Mathletics : a scientist explains 100 amazing things about the world of sports
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Published
New York : W. W. Norton & Company, 2012.
Status
New City Library - Young Adult Nonfiction
YA 796 BARRO
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Published
New York : W. W. Norton & Company, 2012.
Format
Book
Physical Desc
xiv, 298 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm.
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Description
A math professor shows how math and physics can offer unexpected insights into the world of sports, from the g-forces experienced by gymnasts during the "giant swing" maneuver to an explanation as to why left-handed boxers have a strategic advantage.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Barrow, J. D. (2012). Mathletics: a scientist explains 100 amazing things about the world of sports (First American edition.). W. W. Norton & Company.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Barrow, John D., 1952-2020. 2012. Mathletics: A Scientist Explains 100 Amazing Things About the World of Sports. W. W. Norton & Company.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Barrow, John D., 1952-2020. Mathletics: A Scientist Explains 100 Amazing Things About the World of Sports W. W. Norton & Company, 2012.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Barrow, John D. Mathletics: A Scientist Explains 100 Amazing Things About the World of Sports First American edition., W. W. Norton & Company, 2012.
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