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. This volume contains nearly 300 major articles in all, giving full coverage of the physical, chemical and biological sciences. It is accurate and up-to-date, covering the latest discoveries, events and ideas. Its expert authors capture the excitement of science, and all the text are checked by specialist consultants. It also features 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 .

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

Dr. Jacqueline Mitton holds an M. A. in physics from the University of Oxford and a Ph. D. in astrophysics from the University of Cambridge. She works as a Public Relations Officer for the Royal Astronomical Society in England. She is the author of several books for children including Zoo in the Sky: A Book of Animal Constellations. Asteroid 4027 was named Mitton for Dr. Mitton and her husband, astronomer Simon Mitton. She lives in England.