The Dictionary of Science

Peter Lafferty, Julian Rowe

Book (31 Dec 1994)

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Publisher's Synopsis

In addition to more than 5000 alphabetically arranged entries, this dictionary includes over 20 chronologies charting scientific development; over 400 diagrams; and a host of tables and appendices. Complementing the text is a set of feature articles, compiled by experts in the field, that examine developments at the frontiers of science today and the great discoveries and experiments that have changed history. Together, they provide a stimulating overview of the world of science.

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Simon & Schuster

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Book information

ISBN:	9780133047189
Publisher:	Simon & Schuster
Imprint:	Simon & Schuster
Pub date:	31 Dec 1994
DEWEY:	503
DEWEY edition:	20
Language:	English
Number of pages:	678
Weight:	1154g
Height:	229mm
Width:	152mm
Spine width:	43mm