Curiosity is a powerful incentive for explorers and scientists alike. Economics and the search for profits have funded the voyages of Magellan and other navigators, and the drive to find out what lies beyond the ordinary realm has played a role in the willingness of voyagers to take such grave risks.
Physical Sciences: Notable Research and Discoveries
The term "physics" is deriven from the Greek word "physikos" which means "of nature." Physics is the study of nature in its essential form and its goal is to explain as much of the world as possible in the most concise and accurate manner, as the ancient Greeks attempted in such theories as the four fundamental substances that they believed comprised the universe—earth, air, water, and fire.
Elements combine in various ways, leading to a large number of compounds that exhibit a remarkable variety of properties. Today, pioneering researchers explore these properties in order to make compounds that are smaller, stronger, and more adaptable than ever before.
Technological Advancement in Developed and Developing Countries: Discoveries in Global Information Management
Technological Advancement in Developed and Developing Countries: Discoveries in Global Information Management discusses the organizational implications of technological growth and advancement at an international level. Selections investigate within- and cross-cultural research, offshoring and outsourcing, and strategic decisions organizations make to succeed in a global environment.
A must-have for any young researcher! Just the Facts Inventions and Discoveries is a fact-by-fact look at inventions throughout history, from flint tools and the wheel to the internet and beyond. This important reference guide features comprehensive details on inventions that changed the world, geological discoveries, and medical breakthroughs, all with full-color photographs and illustrations. Perfect for any school report!
