"Scientific American" Science Desk Reference - Tapa dura

The definitive reference, from the authority on science and technology Scientific American is among the most recognized and well-regarded science publications in the world. This comprehensive, useful reference provides the most commonly sought science information in a lively, accessible format. It is arranged thematically in sixteen sections that cover everything from astronomy and earth science to the human body and technology. Also provided are over 500 biographies of key science figures, chronologies of scientific developments, thousands of glossary terms, and hundreds of useful Web sites. Includes hundreds of visual elements, including tables, charts, diagrams, and illustrations * Provides hundreds of sidebars featuring fascinating facts, mnemonic aids, and quizzes. Scientific American (New York, NY) is one of the world's leading science and technology publications. In English, it reaches more than three million people around the world by subscription, newsstands, and online.

Who names newly discovered planets? What exactly are black holes? Where are there the most earthquakes? When did the first Homo sapiens walk the earth? Why is the night sky dark? How does the fluoride in toothpaste prevent cavities? Since 1845, Scientific American has answered questions and provided the best information available in all areas of science. Now, Scientific American is proud to present an accessible, one-volume reference covering all the sciences. Whether you want to examine the tiniest microbes, the properties of the earth?s core, or the farthest reaches of space, this handy desk reference is the resource to turn to for the answers you need. ? Over 500 biographies of key science figures ? Thousands of glossary terms ? Hundreds of useful Web sites ? Tables, charts, diagrams, and illustrations ? Sidebars featuring fascinating facts, mnemonic aids, and quizzes ? Essays exploring ideas in-depth|Who names newly discovered planets? What exactly are black holes? Where are there the most earthquakes? When did the first Homo sapiens walk the earth? Why is the night sky dark? How does the fluoride in toothpaste prevent cavities? Since 1845, Scientific American has answered questions and provided the best information available in all areas of science. Now, Scientific American is proud to present an accessible, one-volume reference covering all the sciences. Whether you want to examine the tiniest microbes, the properties of the earth's core, or the farthest reaches of space, this handy desk reference is the resource to turn to for the answers you need. - Over 500 biographies of key science figures - Thousands of glossary terms - Hundreds of useful Web sites - Tables, charts, diagrams, and illustrations - Sidebars featuring fascinating facts, mnemonic aids, and quizzes - Essays exploring ideas in-depth