Research chemists make important discoveries every year, and their colleagues in chemical engineering and technology use chemistry to develop innovative solutions to a wide range of everyday challenges. This book describes the major breakthroughs in chemistry and chemical technology that have occurred over the past several years. It provides an excellent, in-depth overview of current developments in the field of chemistry and a closer look at the brilliant and creative men and women who make them happen. Also included is a series of lively and interesting biographical sketches of current...
Research chemists make important discoveries every year, and their colleagues in chemical engineering and technology use chemistry to develop innov...
Recent advances in pure and applied physics are explored by award-winning author David E. Newton. Among the topics covered are the top quark, carbon nanotubes, updates on black holes, and single molecule studies of DNA. Many of the topics covered are strongly interdisciplinary, reflecting the nature of much scientific research today.
Recent advances in pure and applied physics are explored by award-winning author David E. Newton. Among the topics covered are the top quark, carbo...
Fire Few subjects are as fundamental to both nature and human civilization. This reference breaks new ground by going beyond a discussion of the scientific and technical aspects of fire to show how human societies in all parts of the world throughout history have incorporated images of fire into their philosophies, mythologies, religions, music, art, and other areas of human thought and action. Entries cover fire-related theories and concepts, cultural issues and allusions, industrial and military applications, political and social issues, as well as people, events, and organizations....
Fire Few subjects are as fundamental to both nature and human civilization. This reference breaks new ground by going beyond a discussion of the s...
Water breaks rocks, levels mountains, and cuts canyons. It comes in many forms, from puddles, to icicles, to mist, to tidal waves. It covers most of the Earth and constitutes a majority of the human body. Too much water can destroy entire regions-so can too little. Life depends on it. We drink it, bathe in it, swim in it, drown in it, fish in it, heat up and cool off in it. One of the most versatile and familiar elements in the world, water is also one of the most mysterious.
The 236 entries in this book comprise an A-Z overview of water's manifold roles in human society and the natural...
Water breaks rocks, levels mountains, and cuts canyons. It comes in many forms, from puddles, to icicles, to mist, to tidal waves. It covers most o...
Molecular nanotechnology involves the manipulation of individual atoms and molecules to produce materials and devices with very precise, predictable properties. This is the first volume to cover this new and exciting field. The book's 13 chapters feature: DEGREESL DEGREESDBLThe nature of nanotechnology DEGREESL DEGREESDBLDifferences between top-down and bottom-up research approaches DEGREESL DEGREESDBLPotential benefits and threats to society from future developments in nanotechnology DEGREESL DEGREESDBLCurrent nanotechnology research DEGREESL DEGREESDBLBrief biographical sketches of key...
Molecular nanotechnology involves the manipulation of individual atoms and molecules to produce materials and devices with very precise, predictabl...
The "Encyclopedia of Air" adopts a unique approach to its topic, exploring air, wind, and atmosphere in all their natural and human aspects. Its 162 entries are alphabetically arranged and cover meteorological topics such as tornados, political issues such as air pollution, important scientists and aviators, technical topics such as airplanes and dirigibles, and cultural phenomena including musical, literary, and linguistic references to air and wind. Other entries cover important organizations such as the Clean Air Trust, legal issues such as the Clean Air Act, and aerial sports and...
The "Encyclopedia of Air" adopts a unique approach to its topic, exploring air, wind, and atmosphere in all their natural and human aspects. Its 16...
Building on the original edition's focus on the link between social inequalities and the uneven distribution of environmental hazards in the air, water, and soil, "Environmental Justice: A Reference Handbook, Second Edition" presents a contemporary look at the convergence of the environmental movement and civil rights activism.
"Environmental Justice, Second Edition" follows the rise and maturation of the movement focused on environmental racism, describes solutions that have been implemented, and examines issues that remain unresolved. The book offers a wealth of new data and...
Building on the original edition's focus on the link between social inequalities and the uneven distribution of environmental hazards in the air, w...
When it was first published in 1994, "Gay and Lesbian Rights: A Reference Handbook" was acclaimed in "School Library Journal" for taking "a sober and balanced approach in addressing this emotionally charged and complex topic." The new edition shows just how far the nation has come in securing legal protections regardless of sexual orientation and how far we still have to go.
"Gay and Lesbian Rights: A Reference Handbook, Second Edition" provides a history of the gay liberation and gay rights movements in the United States and other parts of the world. Maintaining the careful approach of...
When it was first published in 1994, "Gay and Lesbian Rights: A Reference Handbook" was acclaimed in "School Library Journal" for taking "a sober a...
What are the major types of sexually transmitted diseases and how are they contracted and treated? How effective are different types of contraception? How do you recognize the stages of puberty? The defining feelings of sexual orientation? This candid, authoritative handbook is designed to serve young people as a reliable, enlightening source of answers to questions like these as they navigate the often confusing transition from adolescence to physical maturity.
In addition to being a go-to resource on common problems related to sexual health, this welcomed volume considers a number of...
What are the major types of sexually transmitted diseases and how are they contracted and treated? How effective are different types of contracepti...
