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AUTHOR |
Martineau, John. |
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TITLE |
Sciencia : mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy for all / John Martineau; Burkard Polster; Matthew Watkins; Matt Tweed; Gerard Cheshire. |
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IMPRINT |
New York : Walker & Co., 2011. |
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DESCRIPTION |
410 p. : ill. ; 20 cm. |
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SERIES |
Wooden books. |
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CONTENT NOTE |
Q.E.D. : beauty in mathematical proof / Burkard Polster Useful mathematical & physical formulae / Matthew Watkins illustrated by Matt Tweed Essential elements / Matt Tweed Evolution / Gerard Cheshire ; with additional content by Lindi Houseman The human body / Moff Betts The compact cosmos / Matt Tweed. |
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SUMMARY |
"From the structure of the cosmos to that of the human body, the discoveries of science over the past few hundred years have been remarkable. Sciencia spans the realms of mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and astronomy, offering an invaluable introduction to each. Curious about quarks, quasars, and the fantastic universe around you? Ever wanted to explore a mathematical proof? Need an introduction to biochemistry? Beautifully illustrated with engravings, woodcuts, and original drawings and diagrams, Sciencia will inspire inquisitive readers of all ages to appreciate the interconnected knowledge of the modern sciences". |
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SUBJECT |
Mathematics -- Popular works. |
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SUBJECT |
Physics -- Popular works. |
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SUBJECT |
Science -- Popular works. |
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DISCIPLINE |
Integrated Science. |
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DISCIPLINE |
Mathematics. |
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DISCIPLINE |
Physics. |
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ISBN |
9780802778994. |
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English Book Collection |
500 MAR |
Available ¦bÀ] |
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