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What If? 2: Additional Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions,New
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AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!An NPR Best Book of 2022'The questions throughout What If? 2 are equal parts brilliant, gross, and wonderfully absurd and the answers are thorough, deeply researched, and great fun. . . . Science isnt easy, but in Munroes capable hands, it surely can be fun.' TIMEThe #1 New York Times bestselling author of What If? and How To answers more of the weirdest questions you never thought to askThe millions of people around the world who read and loved What If? still have questions, and those questions are getting stranger. Thank goodness xkcd creator Randall Munroe is here to help. Planning to ride a fire pole from the Moon back to Earth? The hardest part is sticking the landing. Hoping to cool the atmosphere by opening everyones freezer door at the same time? Maybe its time for a brief introduction to thermodynamics. Want to know what would happen if you rode a helicopter blade, built a billionstory building, made a lava lamp out of lava, or jumped on a geyser as it erupted? Okay, if you insist.Before you go on a cosmic road trip, feed the residents of New York City to a T. rex, or fill every church with bananas, be sure to consult this practical guide for impractical ideas. Unfazed by absurdity, Munroe consults the latest research on everything from swingset physics to airliner catapultdesign to answer his readers questions, clearly and concisely, with illuminating and occasionally terrifying illustrations. As he consistently demonstrates, you can learn a lot from examining how the world might work in very specific extreme circumstances.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'What If? 2'? A: 'What If? 2' explores absurd hypothetical questions and provides scientifically researched answers, making complex science fun and accessible.
- Q: Who is the author of 'What If? 2'? A: The book is authored by Randall Munroe, who is also known for creating the webcomic xkcd.
- Q: How many pages does 'What If? 2' have? A: 'What If? 2' contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'What If? 2' is available in a hardcover format.
- Q: When was 'What If? 2' published? A: 'What If? 2' was published on September 13, 2022.
- Q: Is 'What If? 2' suitable for all ages? A: 'What If? 2' is generally suitable for older children and adults due to its complex scientific concepts and humor.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in 'What If? 2'? A: The book features illuminating and occasionally terrifying illustrations that complement the scientific explanations.
- Q: Does 'What If? 2' require any prior knowledge of science? A: No prior knowledge of science is required; the book explains concepts in an engaging and accessible way.
- Q: Is 'What If? 2' a standalone book or part of a series? A: 'What If? 2' is a sequel to the original 'What If?' book, but it can be enjoyed independently.
- Q: What is the general reception of 'What If? 2'? A: 'What If? 2' has received positive reviews and is recognized as an instant New York Times bestseller.