Thomas Edison : the man behind the light bulb / by Lucia Raatma.
Publisher:
Pebble,
Copyright Date:
2020
Description:
32 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Contents:
Sources of light -- Arc lamps -- Early light bulbs -- A young inventor -- Teamwork -- Experimenting -- Finding a filament -- Success! -- Edison's company -- Lighting homes and neighborhoods -- Light bulbs today -- Edison's work.
Summary:
"The light bulbs we use today in our schools and homes are thanks to Thomas Edison. What were the steps Edison took that led him to the world-changing invention we know him for today?"-- Provided by the publisher.
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