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Author | : Sharon Bertsch McGrayne |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 244 |
Release | : 1994 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 9780471577126 |
This is a lively overview of recent breakthroughs and discoveries in science, as well as a review of some basic principles, in the form of intriguing trivia questions and answers. Covering a broad range of subjects, the book includes the disciplines of computer science, technology, medicine and health, Earth science, chemistry, astronomy, physics and mathematics. Each entry is accompanied by a short list of recommended reading on two levels: one in popular and accessible literature and the other in readily available scientific journals.
Author | : Sharon Bertsch McGrayne |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 260 |
Release | : 1997-04-08 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : |
Contains 365 facts of recent developments in a variety of fields including biology, medicine, engineering, technology, zoology, chemistry, and astronomy, arranged in question and answer format.
Author | : Sharon Bertsch McGrayne |
Publisher | : |
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Release | : 1997-05-01 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9780614276381 |
Author | : Sharon Bertsch McGrayne |
Publisher | : Turtleback |
Total Pages | : |
Release | : 1997-04-01 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9780613913324 |
Irresistible. She asks extraordinary questions and gives you the extraordinary answers. -- New Scientist, praise for 365 Surprising Scientific Facts, Breakthroughs, and Discoveries-- Which is the most promiscuous primate?-- Why do American presidents and fat possums have more sons than daughters?-- What kind of grass is stronger than concrete?Learn the answers to these and many other fascinating scientific questionsScience fans and trivia buffs will welcome this witty and scrupulously researched follow-up to Sharon McGrayne's 365 Surprising Scientific Facts, Breakthroughs, and Discoveries (Wiley, 1994). Here is another lively question-and-answer collection of intriguing, colorful, and curious facts culled from the cutting edge of scientific research. Covering the full spectrum of disciplines, including astronomy, biology, chemistry, computer science, earth science, mathematics, medicine and health, physics, and technology, this fun collection is guaranteed to challenge any reader's imagination.
Author | : Sharon Bertsch McGrayne |
Publisher | : Sharon Bertsch McGrayne |
Total Pages | : 260 |
Release | : 2001 |
Genre | : Chemistry |
ISBN | : 9780071407953 |
Table of contents includes: Soap and Nicholas Leblanc, Color and William Henry Perkin, Sugar and Norbert Rillieux, Clean water and Edward Frankland, Fertilizer, poison gas, and Fritz Haber, Leaded gasoline, safe refrigeration and Thomas Midgley, Jr., Nylon and Wallace Hume Carothers, DDT and Paul Hermann Muller, Lead-free gasoline and Clair C. Patterson.
Author | : Nancy S. Hill |
Publisher | : Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. |
Total Pages | : 408 |
Release | : 2009-08-03 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1414320140 |
Presents fun facts and trivia including how a pearl forms and the origin of safety glass, connecting them to Christian life using passages from the Bible.
Author | : Robert Ehrlich |
Publisher | : Rutgers University Press |
Total Pages | : 246 |
Release | : 1996 |
Genre | : Humor |
ISBN | : 9780813525488 |
A whimsical construction of an imaginary dialogue between two people intent on understanding esoteric topics that range from human sexuality to physics. Ehrlich (physics, George Mason U.) is dedicated to making the sciences fun and interesting, and though the conceit is "cute," the information it contains is dynamic and scientifically sound, posing interesting questions and speculations on life in the universe, human behavior, perception, gravity, material properties, physics, time, space, and a sample list of "What ifs?" to pursue on one's own. The answer to the title's question (we were dying to know) is that, in part, it's all a matter of probabilities. The promotional material says the cartoons are humorous. Not. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Author | : The Editors of Time |
Publisher | : Time Inc. Books |
Total Pages | : 281 |
Release | : 2017-01-20 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 1683307364 |
In the latest of TIME's extraordinary volumes on scientific discoveries, this special edition curates the 100 most impactful recent breakthroughs across 10 disciplines. Through sharp photos and TIME's peerless reporting, readers will explore the most captivating news and revelations in technology, botany, archaeology, genetics, zoology, the Earth, the mind, the cosmos, medicine and chemistry. Among the highlights:How to curb Alzheimer's disease with small lifestyle changesControversial findings about newfound human ancestors known as the HobbitsHigh-tech solutions to diabetes careThe gene-editng technique known as CRISPR, and the ethical questions behind itWhy the plight of the honeybee matters
Author | : Beatrice the Biologist |
Publisher | : Simon and Schuster |
Total Pages | : 256 |
Release | : 2019-05-07 |
Genre | : Science |
ISBN | : 172140029X |
Like fan mail addressed to the natural world, Everyday Amazing is filled with uplifting and interesting musings on science from Beatrice the Biologist. Beatrice the Biologist is an easily amused former high school biology teacher with a soft spot for the mind-blowing science we encounter daily that we often take for granted. In Everyday Amazing, she shines the spotlight on ten different types of amazing everyday scientific facts in short chapters full of fun and fascinating tidbits bound to both entertain you and expand your horizons! Learn the basics of atomic science, sound waves, bioscience, microbiology, and more in accessible chapters offering a fresh perspective on concepts you may have learned about, but aren’t totally clear on. Quirky illustrations throughout add to the fun! Fall in love with science with Beatrice the Biologist in Everyday Amazing!
Author | : Stuart Kumar-Terry |
Publisher | : Young Reed |
Total Pages | : 48 |
Release | : 2019-01-22 |
Genre | : Discoveries in science |
ISBN | : 9781921580482 |
Provides a gender and racially diverse cross-section of scientists through history. The intention is to describe the science that was discovered, the manner in which it was discovered and the impact of the discoveries. There is a balance of the history of discovery and an exploration of the principles. This book provides a broad summary of science history, not a detailed description of individuals, events or science. The tone of language is evocative, inspirational and inspiring; the readers will be swept away by the incredible achievements and unlimited possibilities of scientific discovery.