The Dorling Kindersley Science Encyclopedia

Here is the ultimate guide to science and technology for the nineties and beyond. Packed with up-to-date information, The DK Science Encyclopedia explains the principles of science in a lively and exciting way. The scope of subjects covered is immense - from atoms to lasers, from acids to speedometers, from marsupials to magnets. More than 280 major entries cover key subjects such as evolution, energy, polymers, and pollution, while 1,900 subentries include biographies of great scientists and inventors, timecharts detailing landmarks in science, and factboxes on subjects of general scientific interest.