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Scientific American Science Desk Reference Hardcover - 1999
by The Editors of Scientific American (Editor); Compiled by Scientific American
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Measurement is the determination of the dimensions, extent, or quantity of something.
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Who names newly discovered planets? What exactly are black holes? Where are there the most earthquakes? When did the first Homo sapiens walk the earth? Why is the night sky dark? How does the fluoride in toothpaste prevent cavities? Since 1845, Scientific American has answered questions and provided the best information available in all areas of science. Now, Scientific American is proud to present an accessible, one-volume reference covering all the sciences. Whether you want to examine the tiniest microbes, the properties of the earth's core, or the farthest reaches of space, this handy desk reference is the resource to turn to for the answers you need. - Over 500 biographies of key science figures - Thousands of glossary terms - Hundreds of useful Web sites - Tables, charts, diagrams, and illustrations - Sidebars featuring fascinating facts, mnemonic aids, and quizzes - Essays exploring ideas in-depth
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- Title Scientific American Science Desk Reference
- Author The Editors of Scientific American (Editor); Compiled by Scientific American
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition First Edition
- Pages 704
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Trade Paper Press, New York, Ny
- Date 1999-09-30
- Features Bibliography, Glossary, Index
- ISBN 9780471356752 / 0471356751
- Weight 3.08 lbs (1.40 kg)
- Dimensions 9.57 x 7.97 x 1.81 in (24.31 x 20.24 x 4.60 cm)
- Library of Congress subjects Science
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 99032007
- Dewey Decimal Code 500
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- American Reference Bks Annual, 01/01/2000, Page 613
- Booklist, 03/01/2000, Page 1284
- Library Journal, 02/15/2000, Page 153
- Rec Ref Bks for Small/Med Libr, 01/01/2000, Page 241
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