Readers will learn the basics of the eigth planet from the sun, including Neptune's most interesting features, its position in the solar system, its composition and atmospheric conditions, its moons, and how scientists have learned about it over time. Color photos and diagrams enhance understanding of the text.
A description of Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun. The text discusses Mercury's distinguishing characteristics, its position in the solar system its composition and atmospheric conditions, its moons, and how scientists have learned about Mercury over time. Color photos and diagrams enhance understanding of the text.
Over the course of its 4.5 billion-year history, Earth has undergone a great number of changes -- from a red-hot ball of molten lava to a planet with an environment capable of sustaining life. In All About Earth's History, children will trace the evolution of Earth and the organisms that populate it. Young viewers will take a peek deep inside the Earth, examining its varied layers while discussing how scientists use fossils to help map out the complex time line of events that has changed Earth over millions of years.
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A description of Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun. The text discusses Mars' distinguishing characteristics, its position in the solar system its composition and atmospheric conditions, its moons, and how scientists have learned about Mars over time. Color photos and diagrams enhance understanding of the text.
This new edition of the highly regarded Biographical Encyclopedia of Scientists focuses on the achievements of 2400 scientists, explaining the nature and importance of those achievements. The book covers traditional science, including physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, and earth science, along with mathematics, engineering, technology, and computer science. It also includes key figures from anthropology, psychology, and the philosophy of science.
