The American Heritage Science Dictionary
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ISBN: 061888274X / Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, July 2008
A new science dictionary offering readers a reference to everything from quarks to protoplasm features 8,500 entries, 350 photographs and drawings, cross-references linking related entries, tables and charts, and biographical information.
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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.
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