Dimensions
276 x 232 x 25mm
In this refreshingly readable volume, acclaimed author Curt Suplee puts scientific phenomena into layman's terms, presenting scientific concepts as they are rarely explained - in an understandable, entertaining format. With a touch of humour and everyday analogies, Suplee demystifies science's most captivating aspects in four basic areas: Matter and Motion, in which he describes why curveballs curve, planets revolve, and racecars skid; Powers of Nature, which explains the four basic forces and how we use them; Science of Substance covers how chemistry determines the characteristics of all things; and The Chemistry of Life, an account of the human body and its functions.
More than 250 illustrations, including photographs, cartoons, and drawings, put scientific concepts in visual terms. In addition, this book is arranged in an easy-to-access format that allows readers to browse through concepts topically, complete with guides for quick cross-referencing.
Updated and revised to include answers to 21st century science mysteries, this unique combination of eye-popping photos, concise explanations, and streamlined design will entertain and enlighten both young people and adults. A comprehensive, carefully researched guide, 'The New Everyday Science Explained' is as approachable as it is informative.
