Science

Introduces students to issues surrounding both current energy sources and alternative energy options.

In-depth, current, and accurate information on 112 known chemical elements.

Considers both the professional ethics of science and technology, and the ethical and political issues raised by science and technology.

Provides a framework for understanding the origin and evolution of the solar system, historical discoveries, and details about planetary bodies and how they interact.

An introduction for students into the topic of weather and natural disasters for students.

Color photographs and maps illustrate the many species threatened by extinction.

Presents global perspectives on 21st –century social, political, military, economic, environmental, science related, health related, and cultural issues of international importance and current world events and topics in the news related to these issues.

Offers well-researched information covering all aspects of human impact to the environment. Its collection of scholarly, government and general-interest titles includes content on global warming, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling, and more.

A one-stop resource for science-related research needs.

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Illustrates the importance of scientific and mathematical principles through their use in everyday life.