This is an exciting new series, building into an extensive library of knowledge for tomorrow's young scientists. Lively and accessible, each of the 10 volumes focuses on a major area of scientific knowledge, and draws the reader into the dynamic world of the modern scientist. It features: nearly 300 major articles in all, giving full coverage of the physical, chemical and biological sciences; accurate and up to date, covering the latest discoveries, events and ideas; expert authors capture the excitement of science; all text checked by specialist consultants; and over 1300 illustrations - carefully selected photos and specially commissioned drawings and diagrams.

 

This book is part of a book series called The Young Oxford Library Of Science .

This book is aimed at children in secondary school.

There are 48 pages in this book. This is a reference book. This book was published 2002 by Oxford University Press .