This is an outstanding science resource which can be enhanced by visiting any of over 1,000 recommended,regularly reviewed web sites,or which stands alone as a complete,self-contained reference tool. It covers the whole field of science,including physics,chemistry,biology,information technology,earth sciences and astronomy,with up-to-date information on new fields such as genetic engineering,nanotechnology and the safeguarding of the environment. Each recommended web site is accompanied by a brief description of what you will find there and why we think it is worth visiting,from dissecting a frog to designing your own rollercoaster. This title is thematically arranged with an intelligent system of cross-referencing and an extensive reference section including charts,glossary and a full index.
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Publisher: Usborne Publishing LtdISBN: 9781409505419Number of pages: 448Weight: 2272 gDimensions: 276 x 216 x 36 mm
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A 400-page encyclopedia with more than 1,000 websites - that's some added value Times Educational Supplement If you have room for only one scientific reference book,this is it. As a support for independent study or homework,it is as good as many textbooks,providing information and interest for the enthusiast at KS2 right through to GCSE. Helen Pollard,Physics Department,Oakham School What a marvellous present! Links to over 1000 web sites and each recommended web site is accompanied by a brief description of what you will find there and why it is worth visiting,from dissecting a frog to designing your own rollercoaster. It covers the whole field of science,including physics,chemistry,biology,information technology,earth sciences and astronomy,with up-to-date information on new fields such as genetic engineering,nanotechnology and the safeguarding of the environment. Warwick Books Newsletter
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