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The Science Behind Superman's Flight
By Tammy Enz and Luciano Vecchio
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When people are in trouble, the Man of Steel always flies in to save the day. But what is flight and what makes it possible? Can anyone or anything in the real world soar through the air like Superman? Get ready to explore and learn about the amazing science of flight alongside the World's Greatest Hero.
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Tammy Enz
Tammy Enz holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in journalism and mass communications. She teaches at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and has written dozens of books on science and engineering topics for young people.
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