Product Description: The newly updated American Heritage® Children's Science Dictionary introduces students in grades 4-6 (ages 9-12) to the language and ideas of science. Over 2,600 entries, written in clear language and accompanied by stunning color art, cover the full range of scientific subjects, from biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics to the environment, technology, and medicine...read more

Product Description: Written by the dean of children's science books, this colossal resource is a must-have for young scientists ages 9 and up. Revitalized with more than 175 new and revised entries plus 260 freshly colorized illustrations, the book now features more than 2,100 entries that cover all branches of science from astronomy to zoology...read more

The American Heritage Science Dictionary covers all major fields of science.Over 8,500 entries are written in clear language and are enhanced by 350 illustrations, 175 feature notes, and 320 biographies. New to this updated edition is the most recent element, roentgenium, as well as a revised table of the elements. Recent innovations in science are covered, such as nutrigenomics—the study of how the genome and diet interact to influence human and animal health and disease. This is the perfect reference for people looking to improve their science literacy or understand today’s science news.

Entries with definitions of basic scientific terms are accompanied by illustrations, 'Did You Know' sidebars, and explanatory notes.

Product Description: CD-ROM version.

Defines terms and concepts related to physics, chemistry, biology, the earth sciences, astronomy, mathematics, and computer science

Product Description: Book by Flood, W. E.