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What's science ever done for us? what The Simpsons can teach us about physics, robots, life and the universe

Is the universe shaped like a donut?. Homer proposed such a theory. Do three-eyed fish swim near nuclear power plants?. Bart managed to catch one. Are perpetual-motion machines suitable for school projects?. Lisa constructed a working model.

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  • "A study of the world of science describes how the animated television show has addressed such scientific issues as genetic manipulation, time travel, artificial intelligence, and extraterrestrial life, exploring the theoretical possibilities of such speculative concepts."
  • "Is the universe shaped like a donut?. Homer proposed such a theory. Do three-eyed fish swim near nuclear power plants?. Bart managed to catch one. Are perpetual-motion machines suitable for school projects?. Lisa constructed a working model."@en
  • "The Simpsons, the world's most popular and longest-running animated series, is a treasure-trove of scientific ideas and a clever mixture of fact and fancy. Now there's a guide to the science behind the show. In What's science ever done for us ? you'll find answers to an amazing array of scientific questions raised in 26 classic episodes, including : can genetics explain Homer's dimwittedness and Lisa's brains ?; are shrink-rays and teleportation devices possible along the lines of professor Frink's inventions ? ; Could androids, like the one that replaced Bart in one episode, ever have consciousness ? ; Do toilets in North America and Australia flush in opposite directions ? ; If Earth were in peril, should we try to escape on a rocket, like Marge, Lisa, and Maggie did, and attempt to colonize Mars ? ; Could we travel back in time, like Homer did, change the past, and find ourselves in a parallel reality ? Whether you're a Simpsons fan, a science buff, or both, get ready to laugh and learn as Homer, Bart, Marge, Lisa, and the entire town of Springfield prove that science isn't just fun - it's hilarious ! [Source : d'après la 4e de couverture]."
  • "A playful and entertaining look at science on The SimpsonsThis amusing book explores science as presented on the longest-running and most popular animated TV series ever made: The Simpsons. Over the years, the show has examined such issues as genetic mutation, time travel, artificial intelligence, and even aliens. "What's Science Ever Done for Us?" examines these and many other topics through the lens of America's favorite cartoon.This spirited science guide will inform Simpsons fans and entertain science buffs with a delightful combination of fun and fact. It will be the perfect companion to."

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  • "What's Science Ever Done For Us? What the Simpsons Can Teach Us About Physics, Robots, Life, and the Universe"
  • "What's science ever done for us? : what The Simpsons can teach us about physics, robots, life and the universe"
  • "What's Science Ever Done For Us What the Simpsons Can Teach Us About Physics, Robots, Life, and the Universe"
  • "What's science ever done for us? : what the Simpsons can teach us about physics, robots, life and the universe"
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