This dictionary of science is designed to be of interest to the non-specialist as well as for the scientist and science student. Compiled by a team of consultant editors, this book covers topics from astronomy to zoology, explaining and illustrating the basic terms in language that does not assume formal scientific training. Complementing the text are a unique set of feature articles compiled by experts in their field, posing answers to such questions as - how many fundamental particles remain to be discovered, is a cure for AIDS in sight and is it worth preserving endangered species?
The Hutchinson Dictionary of Science
Summary
Second revised edition with over 2,000 additional entries. An A-Z of the world of science, with diagrams, topical feature essays, tables and up-to-the minute chronologies. Includes great discoveries and experiments, over 80 tables and chronologies, progress reports on major areas of science, appendices on Nobel prize winners and a thematic index.
The Hutchinson Dictionary of Science Summary
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GOR009149564
9780091771515
009177151X
The Hutchinson Dictionary of Science by
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Helicon
1993-06-24
640
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