The Nature of Science: An A-Z Guide to the Laws and Principles Governing Our Universe.JAMES TREFIL This tlandy reference gives quick and concise overviews of important scientific concepts. Essays of no more than three pages succinctly suc·cinct adj. suc·cinct·er, suc·cinct·est 1. Characterized by clear, precise expression in few words; concise and terse: a succinct reply; a succinct style. 2. provide historical background, as well as descriptive text, about ideas ranging from atomic theory Atomic theory The study of the structure and properties of atoms based on quantum mechanics and the Schrödinger equation. These tools make it possible, in principle, to predict most properties of atomic systems. to Zeno's paradox, More mundane, yet still provocative, topics are included, such as how airplanes fly and how polarized A one-way direction of a signal or the molecules within a material pointing in one direction. sunglasses sunglasses A tinted pair of glasses used to ↓ light arriving at the eye, which are labeled according to the amount of UV light blocked; nonprescription glasses are classified according to use and amount of UV radiation blocked Sunglasses work. Each entry stands on its own but is grouped with otllers by subject. Graphs and photographs are well placed and useful. HM, 2003, 433 13., color/b&w photos/illus., hardcover, $35.00. |
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