Chapter 1 Constructing a scientific understanding of our environment, Keith Ross; Chapter 2 Science and the environment, Michael Littledyke; Chapter 3 Environmentalism and environmental education, Michael Littledyke; Chapter 4 Faraday, bubbles and science processes, Liz Lakin; Chapter 5 Matter and life – the cycling of materials, Keith Ross; Chapter 6 Energy and fuels, Keith Ross; Chapter 7 Stardust, takeover bids and biodiversity, Liz Lakin; Chapter 8 Farming, food and feeding the world, Liz Lakin; Chapter 9 Health and our bodies, Michael Littledyke;