What's It Made Of?

Unlock the secrets behind everyday items and extraordinary inventions. Finding out What’s It Made Of? is just the start of an amazing journey into the world of materials science – and learning about the surprising properties of materials and how they are put to thousands of different uses.

From sneakers to smartphones and game controllers to glue, this book reveals the secrets of many everyday objects, and a few more unusual ones. Each item in the book is shown broken apart or in stunning photographic detail in order to explore the hidden hero materials inside it. Along the way you will find out about the materials that have made our modern world – where they come from, how they are extracted, and the toll this can take on the environment.

Perfect for curious minds and science enthusiasts, this visually striking book provides a deeper understanding of how the world around us is constructed.