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"When Arnold wishes he had more information for his family tree, Ms. Frizzle revs up the Magic School Bus and the class zooms back to prehistoric times. First stop: 3.5 billion years ago! Luckily Ms. Frizzle has a plan, and the class is right there to watch simple cells become sponges and then fish and dinosaurs, then mammals and early primates and, eventually, modern humans. This is the story of a species, of our species, as only Ms. Frizzle can...
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"In this quirky and endlessly surprising book, scientist and award-winning YouTuber Dr. Mai Thi Nguyen-Kim tells us about the amazing science behind everyday things (like drinking water) and not-so-everyday things (like space travel and baby dinosaurs). Come along for the ride of a lifetime! Chemistry for Breakfast turns the ordinary into extraordinary, explaining everything from heat conduction to expiration dates, with a side of states-of-matter...
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John Wiley & Sons, Inc
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[2013]
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Inorganic chemistry can be an intimidating subject, but this guide makes it a little less daunting. The authors help you make sense of some of the most difficult concepts, and give you a thorough understanding of key theories and concepts.
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In Elemental Matters, Professor Deborah Sauder leads a comprehensive overview of chemistry, a subject that influences every aspect of daily life. Kicking off the lecture series with a revealing look at one of the planet's most vital chemicals-water-Sauder then delves into the basics of molecular structure and chemical reactions. The course concludes with an eye-opening glimpse of 21st-century applications such as nanotechnology and energy alternatives....
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In this practical pop science book, a scientist dubbed "the Cooler Bill Nye" looks at how we experience chemistry every day, answering questions such as what makes dough rise and how coffee gives us an energy boost. From the time we wake up until the time we go to sleep (and even while we sleep), chemistry is at work. Biberdorf is lighting the world on fire and changing the face of chemistry as we know it, and here she demystifies the fundamental...
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"A flickering flame and erupting vinegar volcano have a lot in common. They are both signs of a chemical reaction. Learn all about the reactions from the smallest atomic structures that cause the changes to the different kinds of products reactions can yield and everything in between. It's key chemistry curriculum made approachable for all"
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Jossey-Bass
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2021
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Discover fun and engaging physics experiments for kids of all skill levels
In Janice VanCleave's Physics for Every Kid, bestselling author and lifelong science teacher, Janice VanCleave, shows you how to conduct a wide range of safe and exciting science experiments at home, in the classroom, or at the science fair. You'll create pendulums, air cars, explore sound, motion, and light, and much more, all while teaching your students foundational
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Chemistry can be one of the more difficult subjects in school, mainly because memorization is crucial. It can be hard to memorize tons of facts and equations. A chemistry equations and answers guide does help students; some more than others. You can refer to the study guide to determine which formula is suitable to use for the question at hand. The more savvy student might consider one or more ways to creatively benefit from the guide. For example,...
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"Elements of Chemistry" was first published in 1790 and is largely concerned with the chemistry of combustion. While modern students of chemistry might find the work limited in its scope, the historical impact of its publication cannot be understated. The experiments contained within helped to lay the foundation for the understanding of the role of oxygen, hydrogen, acids, and alcohols in chemical reactions and its emphasis on quantitative analysis...
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Quarry Books, an imprint of The Quarto Group
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2020.
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"The kitchen pantry scientist's guide to chemistry features biographies of 25 leading chemists, past and present, accompanied by accessible, hands-on experiments and activities to bring the history and principles of chemistry alive"--
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