365 Surprising Scientific Facts, Breakthroughs, and Discoveries
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| Author | : Sharon Bertsch McGrayne |
| Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
| Total Pages | : 244 |
| Release | : 1994 |
| ISBN-10 | : 047157712X |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780471577126 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (2X Downloads) |
Book Synopsis 365 Surprising Scientific Facts, Breakthroughs, and Discoveries by : Sharon Bertsch McGrayne
Book excerpt: This is a lively overview of recent breakthroughs and discoveries in science, as well as a review of some basic principles, in the form of intriguing trivia questions and answers. Covering a broad range of subjects, the book includes the disciplines of computer science, technology, medicine and health, Earth science, chemistry, astronomy, physics and mathematics. Each entry is accompanied by a short list of recommended reading on two levels: one in popular and accessible literature and the other in readily available scientific journals.
