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Biology Workbook for Dummies - Paperback

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by Rene Fester Kratz (Author)Get a feel for biology with hands-on activities Biology Workbook For Dummies is a practical resource that provides you with activities to help you better understand concepts in biology. Covering all the topics required in high school and college biology classes, this workbook gives you the confidence you need to ace the test and get the grade you need. Physiology, ecology, evolution, genetics, and cell biology are all covered, and you can work your way through eac...

Seven Brief Lessons on Physics - Hardcover

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by Carlo Rovelli (Author)The New York Times bestseller from the author of The Order of Time and Reality Is Not What It Seems, Helgoland, and Anaximander "One of the year's most entrancing books about science."--The Wall Street Journal "Clear, elegant...a whirlwind tour of some of the biggest ideas in physics."--The New York Times Book Review This playful, entertaining, and mind-bending introduction to modern physics briskly explains Einstein's general relativity, quantum mechanics, elementary...

Into the Planet: My Life as a Cave Diver - Paperback

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by Jill Heinerth (Author)From one of the world's most renowned cave divers, a firsthand account of exploring the earth's final frontier: the hidden depths of our oceans and the sunken caves inside our planetMore people have died exploring underwater caves than climbing Mount Everest, and we know more about deep space than we do about the depths of our oceans. From one of the top cave divers working today--and one of the very few women in her field--Into the Planet blends science, adventure, a...

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by Peter A. Thomas (Author), Robert S. McAlpine (Author), Kelvin Hirsch (Contribution by)How destructive or beneficial are forest fires to wildlife? Should we be trying to reduce or increase the amount of fire in forests? How are forest fires controlled, and why does this sometimes fail? What effect will climate change have? These and many other questions are answered in this richly illustrated book, written in non-technical language. The journey starts in the long geological history of fire ...

Science of the Magical: From the Holy Grail to Love Potions to Superpowers - Paperback

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by Matt Kaplan (Author)"Filled with cool cocktail-party tidbits, Matt Kaplan considers how things that were once the stuff of legends could one day become reality" (The Atlantic) in this fun scientific inquiry into the mystical places and magical objects of ancient and contemporary lore--from the fountain of youth, to love potions, to Super Mario's mushrooms. Can migrations of birds foretell our future? Do phases of the moon hold sway over our lives? Are there sacred springs that cure the ill...

How to Live on 24 Hours a Day - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Arnold Bennett (Author)"How to Live on 24 Hours a Day" is a notable work by Arnold Bennett, first published in 1910. This short book is a classic in the self-help genre and is often considered a pioneering work in time management literature. The central theme of the book revolves around making the most of one's time, especially in the context of a busy and demanding modern life. The premise of the book is based on the idea that each person has 24 hours in a day...

The Essence of Humanity: Revealing the Basic Rules of Being Human - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Rajesh Gupta (Author)"The Essence of Humanity: Revealing the Basic Rules of Being Human" is an interesting look at what it means to be human in the world we live in now. This groundbreaking book goes deep into the basic parts of human nature and gives us deep insights into our mental, emotional, physical, and social selves.At a time when knowing oneself and growing as a person are very important, "The Essence of Humanity" takes readers on an interesting journey...

How to Teach Online: A Practical Guide for Teachers - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Dr Rajesh Sharma (Author)"How to Teach Online: A Practical Guide for Teachers"In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, the ability to teach effectively online has become an indispensable skill for educators. "How to Teach Online: A Practical Guide for Teachers" is a must-have resource that equips educators with the knowledge and tools to excel in the world of online teaching. This comprehensive guide is packed with practical insights, strategies, and ...

The Doctrine of the Unity of the Human Race Examined On the Principles of Science - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby John Bachman (Author)This book is a scientific examination of the doctrine of the unity of the human race. Bachman provides a detailed analysis of the subject, drawing on the latest scientific research to shed light on this important topic.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nat...

Workbook of Atmospheric Dispersion Estimeates - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby D. Bruce Turner (Author)An indispensable reference guide for anyone involved in environmental science or engineering, this workbook provides practical tools and techniques for modeling atmospheric dispersion of pollutants. Written by a leading expert in the field, it offers clear explanations and step-by-step guidance for a wide range of scenarios.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civiliz...

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Report copyright infringementby D. N. (Dmitriĭ Nikolaevic Trifonov (Created by)This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that...

The Blood and Its Third Element - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby David Major (Editor), Antoine Bechamp (Author)What Dr. Béchamp is describing is a foundational concept.According to his experiments and observations, these tiny particles he named 'microzymas' have an active role in sustaining and also in terminating life. Using the syllable '-zyme' (now also used in the word 'enzyme') to indicate this principle of causing 'fermentation' (activity) Béchamp searched for and found the same particles and activity even in limestone...

Enhancing PbS Solar Cells with Inorganic HTLs - Paperback

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Report copyright infringementby Shrikanth T. Reddy (Author)The book "Enhancing PbS Solar Cells with Inorganic HTLs" by T. Shrikanth Reddy provides a comprehensive analysis of the latest research and developments in the field of PbS solar cells. PbS is a promising semiconductor absorber material for thin-film photovoltaic devices due to its excellent charge transport and carrier dynamics properties. However, the energy conversion efficiency of PbS solar cells is limited by the inefficient extr...

In Search of a Theory of Everything: The Philosophy Behind Physics - Hardcover

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Report copyright infringementby Demetris Nicolaides (Author)In Search of a Theory of Everything takes readers on an adventurous journey through space and time on a quest for a unified "theory of everything" by means of a rare and agile interplay between the natural philosophies of influential ancient Greek thinkers and the laws of modern physics. By narrating a history and a philosophy of science, theoretical physicist Demetris Nicolaides logically connects great feats of critical mind and un...

The Buzz about Bees: Biology of a Superorganism - Hardcover

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by Jürgen Tautz (Author), Helga R. Heilmann (Photographer), David C. Sandeman (Translator)Tis book, already translated into ten languages, may at frst sight appear to be just about honeybees and their biology. It c- tains, however, a number of deeper messages related to some of the most basic and important principles of modern biology. Te bees are merely the actors that take us into the realm of phys- ology, genetics, reproduction, biophysics and learning, and that introduce us to the princip...

From Autogiro to Gyroplane: The Amazing Survival of an Aviation Technology - Hardcover

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by Bruce H. Charnov (Author)Predating the invention of the helicopter by two decades, the Autogiro was the world's first rotary-wing aircraft. The helicopter had the advantageous ability to rise straight up, while the Autogiro/gyroplane could only taxi. Yet the gyroplane was safer and more stable; both aircraft should have had value in market. Why did the helicopter survive and prosper, while the Autogiro became a nearly forgotten historical footnote? Why didn't the Autogiro catch on, and why...

Distinguished African Americans in Aviation and Space Science - Hardcover

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by Betty Gubert (Author), Miriam Sawyer (Author), Caroline Fannin (Author)Distinguished African Americans in Aviation and Space Science offers brief, readable entries that describe the lives and careers of 80 men and 20 women who defied poverty and prejudice to excel in the fields of aviation and space exploration. Each essay begins with birth and death dates, educational institutions attended and degrees earned, positions held, and awards won. A short summary of the individual's contribution...

Ring of Fire: An Encyclopedia of the Pacific Rim's Earthquakes, Tsunamis, and Volcanoes - Hardcover

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by Bethany Hinga (Author)The author examines natural disasters around the Pacific Rim throughout history together with scientific data context to produce enlightening--and highly readable--entries. On March 11, 2011, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck off Japan's coast, triggering a powerful tsunami. The massive destruction that resulted proved that not even sophisticated, industrialized nations are immune from nature's fury. Written to take some of the mystery out of the earth's behavior, thi...

NextGen Genealogy: The DNA Connection - Paperback

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by David Dowell (Author), Cece Moore (Author)DNA testing can serve as a powerful tool that unlocks the hidden information within our bodies for family history research. This book explains how genetic genealogy works and answers the questions of genealogists and individuals seeking information on their family trees. Now that DNA testing for genealogical purposes has existed for nearly a decade and a half--and been refined and improved during that time--it has established its value among family...

Sub-Saharan Africa: An Environmental History - Hardcover

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by Gregory Maddox (Author), Mark Stoll (Editor)A wealth of information and analysis on the environmental forces that have helped shaped the cultures of the African continent. A scholarly reference work that will also appeal to the general reader, Sub-Saharan Africa sets the story of the African environment within the context of geological time and shows how the continent's often harsh conditions prompted humans to develop unique skills in agriculture, animal husbandry, and environmental manag...

Teaching the Scientific Literature Review: Collaborative Lessons for Guided Inquiry - Paperback

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by Randell Schmidt (Author), Maureen Smyth (Author), Virginia Kowalski (Author)An essential resource for teachers and librarians who work with students in the later high school years through college and graduate school levels, this book explains and simplifies the scholarly task of researching and writing a scientific literature review. This thoroughly updated and revised follow-up to the popular text Lessons for a Scientific Literature Review: Guiding the Inquiry is designed for pre-collegia...

Using Primary Sources: Hands-On Instructional Exercises - Paperback

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by Annne Bahde (Editor), Heather Smedberg (Editor), Marlene Taormina (Editor)An ideal resource for cultural heritage professionals who teach with original materials, this book provides fresh, adaptable, and easy-to-implement primary source literacy exercises to improve their teaching and engage their students. Special collections librarians and archivists in academic settings are often confronted with the challenge of teaching classes outside their personal area of expertise, with very little...

Climate Change: A Reference Handbook - Hardcover

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by David Downie (Author), Kate Brash (Author), Catherine Vaughan (Author)An accessible introduction to climate change that outlines key scientific, economic, and political issues, reviews how the global community has addressed the issue to date, and discusses the options being explored for further action. Climate Change: A Reference Handbook offers readers a way to separate science from politics on this crucial and often contentious issue. It provides a comprehensive introduction to the scien...

Art in Chemistry: Chemistry in Art - Paperback

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by Barbara R. Greenberg (Author), Dianne Patterson (Author)Integrate chemistry and art with hands-on activities and fascinating demonstrations that enable students to see and understand how the science of chemistry is involved in the creation of art. Investigate such topics as color integrated with electromagnetic radiation, atoms, and ions; paints integrated with classes of matter, specifically solutions; three-dimensional works of art integrated with organic chemistry; photography integrate...

100 Greatest Science Discoveries of All Time - Paperback

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by Kendall Haven (Author)Brimming with fascinating and fun facts about 100 scientific breakthroughs, this collection presents the real stories behind the history of science, at the same time offering a panoramic overview of the history of science and an introduction to some of the most important scientists in history. Grades 6 and up. Throughout history, science has changed lives and dramatically altered the way in which the universe is perceived. Focusing on the 100 most significant scientif...

Teaching Science Through Literature - Paperback

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by Nancy J. Keane (Author), Karen Witynski (Author), Corinne Wait (Author)Six exciting titles use well-known works of children's literature as a springboard for learning! Activities, booktalks, and recommended book titles help students connect reading for pleasure with reading for information. Includes relevant McREL, Information Power II, and NETS standards.Author BiographyNancy J. Keane is a library media specialist at Rundlett Middle School in Concord, NH. Corinne L. Wait is a retired teac...

Teaching Social Studies Through Literature - Paperback

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by Nancy J. Keane (Author), Samuel M. Natale (Author), Corinne Wait (Author)Six exciting titles use well-known works of children's literature as a springboard for learning! Activities, booktalks, and recommended book titles help students connect reading for pleasure with reading for information. Includes relevant McREL, Information Power II, and NETS standards.Author BiographyNancy J. Keane is a library media specialist at Rundlett Middle School in Concord, NH. Corinne L. Wait is a retired te...

Ocean Politics and Policy: A Reference Handbook - Hardcover

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by Peter Jacques (Author), Zachary A. Smith (Author), Mildred Vasan (Editor)A sweeping overview of the problems, politics, and policies of international and domestic management of the world's oceans. The world ocean is one of the most important global resources. Without it most life on earth would not survive because the ocean provides temperature regulation and produces oxygen, among other vital functions. However, this life-sustaining resource faces dangerous threats from over fishing, indu...

Scientists, Mathematicians, and Inventors: An Encyclopedia of People Who Changed the World - Hardcover

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by Doris Simonis (Author)The first of four volumes in the landmark Lives and Legacies Oryx Press series, Scientists, Mathematicians, and Inventors profiles approximately 200 men and women who changed the world by leaving lasting legacies in their fields. It fills a gap in the biographical reference shelf by offering far more than basic facts about a scientist's life and work--each entry describes not only the immediate effects of the individual's discoveries, but their impact on later scienti...

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by Joseph Angelo (Author)Here is a ready-reference guide for the nonspecialist with current information about developments in space technology as well as the present and future social, political, and technical impact of those developments on everyday life. It includes a history of the evolution of space technology; a discussion of applications; a chronology of major developments; profiles of prominent people and institutions; explanations of key principles; a discussion of the major impacts a...

The Impact of Public Policy on Environmental Quality and Health: The Case of Land Use Management and Planning - Hardcover

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by Amer El-Ahraf (Author), Ron Dowd (Author), Mohammad Qayoumi (Author)Until now, an approach to land use management planning that not only addresses economic issues, but also environmental concerns and health issues of land use has been lacking. These issues are vital for public policy makers, decision-makers throughout the private sector, as well as all businesses and industries that share space with the communities they serve and draw from. This volume covers the legal and regulatory aspec...

Biomimicry Resource Handbook: A Seed Bank of Best Practices - Paperback

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by Rose Tocke (Contribution by), Jamie Dwyer (Contribution by), Sherry Ritter (Contribution by)The Biomimicry Resource Handbook: A Seed Bank of Best Practices contains over 250 pages of our most current biomimicry thinking, methodology, and tools for naturalizing biomimicry into the culture. We believe there is no better design partner than nature. But biomimicry is more than just looking at the shape of a flower or dragonfly and becoming newly inspired; it's a methodology that's being used b...