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Autor/inn/en | Binder, P.-M.; Taylor, Dale T. |
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Titel | How Giraffes Drink |
Quelle | In: Physics Teacher, 53 (2015) 9, S.518-519 (2 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift
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Sprache | englisch |
Dokumenttyp | gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz |
ISSN | 0031-921X |
DOI | 10.1119/1.4935758 |
Schlagwörter | Animals; Science Instruction; Video Technology; Computation; Mechanics (Physics); Scientific Concepts |
Abstract | Giraffes face unique challenges for drinking due to their long necks. In this article we use evidence from videos, size estimates, and elementary fluid mechanics to make a strong case for a plunger pump mechanism moving water up from their lips to their shoulders. (As Provided). |
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Erfasst von | ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), Washington, DC |
Update | 2020/1/01 |