A Dictionary of Science

Author: Jonathan Law
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0191069191
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 960

Book Description
This bestselling dictionary contains more than 9,500 entries on all aspects of chemistry, physics, biology (including human biology), earth sciences, computer science, and astronomy. This fully revised edition includes hundreds of new entries, such as bone morphogenetic protein, Convention on Biological Diversity, genome editing, Ice Cube experiment, multi-core processor, PhyloCode, quarkonium, and World Wide Telescope, bringing it fully up to date in areas such as nanotechnology, quantum physics, molecular biology, genomics, and the science of climate change. Supported by more than 200 diagrams and illustrations the dictionary features recommended web links for many entries, accessed and kept up-to-date via the Dictionary of Science companion website. Other features include short biographies of leading scientists, full page illustrated features on subjects such as the Solar System and Genetically Modified Organisms, and chronologies of specific scientific subjects including plastics, electronics, and cell biology. With concise entries on an extensive list of topics, this dictionary is both an ideal reference work for students and a great introduction for non-scientists.

Science Dictionary

Author: Seymour Simon
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486488659
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 258

Book Description
More than two thousand entries, in subjects from astronomy to zoology, are accompanied by tables and charts, as well as biographies of eighty-five scientists.

A Dictionary of Science

Author: E. B. Uvarov
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description

A Dictionary of Earth Sciences

Author: Ailsa Allaby
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780192800794
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 640

Book Description
This is the most authoritative and wide-ranging dictionary of earth sciences available in a single volume. Compiled with the help of a team of specialist contributors, it has been substantially revised and updated for this new edition. It is essential reference for all students of the subject, especially those on interdisciplinary courses. Over 6,000 entries New material on planetary science, remote sensing, statistics, and sequence stratigraphy Substantial updating in mineralogy and geophysics Exceptionally broad coverage also includes climatology, economic geology, geochemistry, oceanography, palaeontology, petrology, and volcanology New section of appendices includes wind strength scales; material, temporal, and chronostratigraphic units; and geologic, lunar, and Martian time scales

Science Dictionary for Kids

Author: Laurie E. Westphal
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 100049599X
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 144

Book Description
Science Dictionary for Kids provides hundreds of science terms with kid-friendly definitions and illustrations, perfect for any teacher of science or parent helping a child with science homework. From the basic science equipment, to the physical sciences, to the Earth sciences, kids can flip to one of eight science categories to find the definitions they need. The perfect reference for kids and their parents and teachers, the easy-to-follow definitions in this guide will help with any science assignment, project, or experiment. Most definitions include an illustrated version to increase comprehension. The book also includes a handy reference section, complete with: commonly used formulas, measurement conversions, charts detailing household chemicals and acids and bases, instructions for using science equipment safely, tips on following the scientific process, and information on graphing results and data. This book needs to be on every child's desk! Grades 4-9

The New Penguin Dictionary of Science

Author: M. J. Clugston
Publisher: Penguin Canada
ISBN:
Category : Ciència
Languages : en
Pages : 754

Book Description
Whether looking for the definition of "density" or trying to understand what a "Bravais lattice" is, readers need turn to only one book: The New Penguin Dictionary of Science. Completely updated in its second edition, this accessible work covers both fundamental and esoteric concepts within every field of scientific inquiry, from chemistry and astronomy to molecular biology and human anatomy. Definitions are succinct and backed by hundreds of illustrations and diagrams. Including appendices that cover the periodic table, the classification of living organisms, and more, this book is a vital tool for students, researchers, and lay enthusiasts.

Concise Science Dictionary

Author: Alan Isaacs
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN:
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 808

Book Description
Written in a clear, explanatory style, the new edition of this popular book contains more than 8,500 entries relating to physics, chemistry, biology, the earth sciences, and astronomy, as well as terms that are commonly encountered in mathematics and conputer science. Included also are periodic tables, tables of SI units, classifications of the plant and animal kingdoms, and an extensive cross-referencing system that allows readers to place each entry in a broader scientific context. 160 illustrations.

The Oxford Illustrated Science Dictionary

Author: Oxford University Press
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780194071277
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
The Oxford Illustrated Science Dictionary explains academic vocabulary at a level appropriate for high-beginning and intermediate students, which accelerates their mastery of content and allows them to be successful in content-area classes and Content reviewed and approved by nationally accredited science and math standards experts

The Usborne Illustrated Dictionary of Science

Author: Corinne Stockley
Publisher: Usborne Books
ISBN: 9781409539100
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This great study aid has topics arranged thematically so that words are explained in context, with a fully integrated system of cross-referencing plus a comprehensive index.

A Dictionary of Science

Author: John Daintith
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 019956146X
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 910

Book Description
Features short biographies of leading scientists, full page illustrated features on subjects such as the Solar System and Genetically Modified Organisms and chronologies of specific scientific subjects.