 Alternative Energy |
This three-volume set introduces students to issues surrounding both current energy sources and alternative energy options. While there is significant discussion of the non-renewable resources now used to meet the majority of the world's energy needs (oil, coal and natural gas), the primary focus of the set is on newer options to meet the ever-growing demand.
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 Animal Sciences |
Arranged alphabetically by topic, entries examine how animals develop, animal ecology and behavior, and the connection between animals and humans. Also includes biographies of key scientists who have contributed to the study of animal life, as well as career opportunities within the field.
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 Beacham's Guide to the Endangered Species of North America |
Presents extensive data on the habitats and ecosystems of more than 1,200 species identified as endangered or threatened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife service.
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 Biotechnology: Changing Life Through Science |
Covers biotechnological applications ranging across medicine, agriculture, and industry. Devoted to helping younger students and general readers understand the fast-developing science and issues related to: advances in biotechnology, the science of molecular biology and genetics.
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 Chemical Compounds |
Offers information on the ways in which different chemical elements combine to form commonly-used chemical compounds, such as water, ammonia, and aspirin. Defines what a chemical compound actually is and the difference between organic and inorganic compounds, as well as providing definitions of acids, bases, salts, oxides, and coordination compounds.
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Chemical Elements: From Carbon to Krypton |
Provides in-depth information on 112 known chemical elements. For younger and middle school students, but also appropriate for high school students.
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 Chemistry: Foundations and Applications |
Arranged alphabetically by topic, this encyclopedia covers chemistry, its laws, processes, applications and subdisciplines. Reviews the history of the field, from the Bronze Age and alchemy up to modern research and practical applications.
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 Encyclopedia of Science, Technology, and Ethics |
This Encyclopedia considers both the professional ethics of science and technology, and the ethical and political issues raised by science and technology in an increasingly complex and global society. This broad coverage supports the numerous courses in applied and professional ethics and policy related to the practice of science and technology in education.
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Endangered Species, 2nd ed. |
Including the addition of 25 new species, this new 2nd edition is completely updated to reflect the changes in endangered and threatened status. Color photographs and maps provide further illustrate the many species threatened by extinction, including amphibians, birds, crustaceans, fish, insects, mammals, mollusks, reptiles, and more.
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 Gale World of Earth Science |
A comprehensive guide to the concepts, theories, discoveries, pioneers, and issues relating to topics in earth science.
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Grzimek's Student Animal Life Resource |
This resource book offers broad, comprehensive coverage of the animal kingdom, ranging from the simple -- sponges and corals -- to the complex -- mammals. Animals are grouped by major classifications: sponges; corals; jellyfishes; segmented worms; crustaceans and mollusks; insects; fishes; amphibians; reptiles; birds; and mammals.
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 Macmillan Biology |
A comprehensive collection of articles on all aspects of biological science, including its history and issues.
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 Safari Tech Books Online |
Includes full-text access to hundreds of information technology titles in more than 20 categories, including Business Reference Certification, Cisco, Creative Media, Database, Desktop Productivity, e-Business, Enterprise Computing, Java, Linux/Unix, Macintosh, .NET, Networking, Perl, Photoshop, Programming, Software Engineering, Web Administration, Web Authoring and Design, Web Development, Win
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 Science and Its Times: Understanding the Social Significance of Scientific Discovery |
An interdisciplinary work which merges the histories of science, technology, and mathematics with the study of humanities and social science.
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 Science in Context |
Science in Context is an in-depth, curriculum-oriented science database that provides a one-stop resource for all science-related research needs.
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Space Exploration Reference Library |
From Chinese rockets of the 11th century to the latest developments in modern space travel, the four-volume Space Exploration Reference Library provides a wealth of information on this still-emerging science.
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UXL Complete Life Science Resource |
Features alphabetically arranged entries on theories, concepts, and scientific discoveries and developments pertinent to the study of life science in schools today. Also featured is a chronology of discoveries and a report topic section that suggests a range of research topics and experiment ideas.
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UXL Encyclopedia of Biomes |
Offers students and researchers comprehensive information on 12 of the Earth's major biomes and its many component ecosystems. Includes entries on land and water biomes, and covers climate, vegetation, animal life, food web, plant and animal adaptations, endangered species, human effects on the biome, and more.
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UXL Encyclopedia of Science |
This alphabetically organized set opens up the entire world of science in clear, nontechnical language. Topics profiled are related to the physical, life, and earth sciences, as well as to math, psychology, engineering, technology, and the environment.
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UXL Encyclopedia of Water Science |
This encyclopedia explores water science and issues from an international perspective. Topics covered include lakes and streams, oceans, aquatic animals, weather and climate, glaciers, wetlands, ecology, hydropower, commercial fishing, acid rain, recreation, pollution, economics, water conservation, international water law, global warming and much more.
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UXL Encyclopedia of Weather and Natural Disasters |
Introduces students to the topic of weather and natural disasters, covering such topics as weather basics, weather phenomena, forecasting, and climate.
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World of Forensic Science |
Guide to the scientific processes and the legal, social and ethical issues involved in the forensic sciences.
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