The Hutchinson Dictionary of Science by P Rowe Lafferty

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The Hutchinson Dictionary of Science by P Rowe Lafferty

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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.

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The Hutchinson Dictionary of Science by P Rowe Lafferty

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?

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ISBN 13 9780091771515
ISBN 10 009177151X
Title The Hutchinson Dictionary of Science
Author P Rowe Lafferty
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Helicon
Year published 1993-06-24
Number of pages 640
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.

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