Scientific American's Ask the Experts by Scientific American

Scientific American's Ask the Experts by Scientific American

Why is the night sky dark How long can humans stay awake How do whales and dolphins sleep without drowning Will time travel ever be possible How can space be expanding and what is it expanding into

There's only one source to turn to for the answers to the most puzzling and thought-provoking questions about science: Scientific American. This fascinating collection serves up questions ranging from the animal kingdom to the human body, from inner space to outer space, from the comic to the downright eye-opening. Answered by a team of esteemed experts in fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, and astronomy, the answers are much more enriching and insightful than what you'll find in David Feldman's books or your typical trivia fare. This book make science fun and accessible--and will open doors to many more questions.