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What If? 2: Additional Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions

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Book Synopsis: 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 isn’t easy, but in Munroe’s capable hands, it surely can be fun." —TIME

The #1 New York Times bestselling author of What If? and How To answers more of the weirdest questions you never thought to ask. The 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 everyone’s freezer door at the same time? Maybe it’s time for a brief introduction to thermodynamics. Want to know what would happen if you rode a helicopter blade, built a billion-story 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 swing-set physics to airliner catapult–design 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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Are you curious about the weirdest hypothetical questions and their scientific answers? Look no further than "What If? 2: Additional Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions." This instant New York Times bestseller is filled with brilliant, gross, and wonderfully absurd questions that will blow your mind. With thorough research and a dash of fun, xkcd creator Randall Munroe takes you on a journey through bizarre scenarios and provides insightful answers. Science isn't always easy, but Munroe's expertise and entertaining storytelling style make it a breeze.

Do you ever wonder what would happen if you rode a helicopter blade or built a billion-story building? How about making a lava lamp out of actual lava or riding a wave of a geyser? Prepare to have your mind blown as Munroe addresses these unconventional inquiries. This practical guide for impractical ideas is a must-have before embarking on any cosmic road trip or contemplating bizarre experiments. Munroe doesn't shy away from exploring extreme circumstances, utilizing the latest research to provide clear and concise answers. With illuminating and occasionally terrifying illustrations, you'll gain valuable insights into how the world could work in the most unusual scenarios.

Still intrigued? This book is a follow-up to the bestseller "What If?" that captivated millions of readers worldwide. Munroe's ability to entertain while educating has garnered him praise from both critics and readers alike. Prepare to have your questions answered, even the ones you never thought to ask. The endless curiosity of Munroe and his knack for explaining complex scientific concepts in a fun and accessible way ensure that you'll be hooked from the first page.

Don't miss out on this incredible journey into the realm of absurd hypothetical questions and their serious scientific answers. Order "What If? 2: Additional Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions" now and expand your knowledge with the captivating insights of Randall Munroe. Get ready to have your mind blown and explore the fascinating intersections between science and imagination.

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