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Science Kids: Science Images: Shanghai World Financial Center, China
The Shanghai World Financial Center in China is one of the tallest buildings in the world. Built in 2008, it reaches 492 metres (1614 feet) in height and contains 101 floors. The skyscraper is used for a number of uses, from shopping...
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Science Kids: Science Images: The Gherkin, 30 St Mary Axe, Swiss Re Building
This is a photo of 30 St Mary Axe, which is also known as the Swiss Re Building or simply the Gherkin. This unique skyscraper is found in the main financial district of London, England. Standing 180 metres (591 ft) tall, the Gherkin...
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Science Kids: Science Images: Trump International Hotel and Tower, Chicago, Usa
The Trump International Hotel and Tower is one of the tallest buildings in the world. This skyscraper located in Chicago, USA, reaches an impressive height of 423 metres (1389 feet) and features 96 floors. In an interesting side fact,...
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Rudiments of Wisdom: Modern Architecture
Learn about modern architecture in a unique way. All of the fun-fact information is drawn in a cartoon style.
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Science Kids: Science Facts: Building Facts
This site includes information and facts about a wide range of famous buildings from around the world.
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Pbs Teachers: Newspaper Tower
Investigate the basic forces acting on a tower and the importance of foundations.
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Pbs: The Bridge Challenge
This site from PBS is for any user wanting test their engineering skills. Take a trip to Craggy Rock and help their growing community decide on four new bridges.
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Pbs: The Dome Challenge
This site from PBS is a great web site for anyone interested in using some engineering skills. Travel to sizzling hot Char County and help the residents decide on three new domes.
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Mit: Inventor of the Week: Elisha Otis and the Elevator
This site, which is provided for by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, gives a very brief article on the developer of the early elevator. Images are included as well.
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New York Public Library: The Construction of the Empire State Building
A collection of photos of the showing the Empire State Building under construction.
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Pbs: Building Big Empire States Building
Quick facts about one of the world's tallest buildings.
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Language Guide: La Cuidad
These colorful pictures and interactive vocabulary words cover things you might see when walking through a city. The correct Spanish pronunciation is heard when moving the mouse over each illustration.
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