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Full-text articles to support research in applied sciences, biology, chemistry, earth and space science, and energy. Includes the Science Image Collection, a database of high-quality science images from National Geographic, UPI, Getty, NASA, and Nature Picture Library.
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"In this groundbreaking book, world-renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tackles the world's thorniest philosophical conundrums, armed with wit, wisdom, and cutting-edge science. Together with distinguished physicist James Trefil, Tyson presents questions that have preoccupied humanity for millennia. Then, using the latest theories, from the Big Bang to string theory and the multiverse, he explores the answers, bolstered with stunning images...
3) Galaxies
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"Amazing photography accompanies engaging information about galaxies. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--
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A must for any serious Trekker or for anyone who wants an easy-to-understand introductionto the world of physics. What exactly "warps" when you are traveling at warp speed? Whatis the difference between the holodeck and a hologram? What happens whenyou get beamed up? Are time loops really possible, and can I kill my grandmotherbefore I was born? Until now, fans of Star Trek were hard pressed to find answers tovital questions such as these. Now Lawrence...
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The universe that science reveals to us can seem far outside the human mind's comfort zone. Subjects near and far open up dizzying vistas, from the infinitesimal to the colossal. We inhabit a tumultuous universe that extends from our immediate environs to the most distant galaxies and beyond. And humanity, the unlikely product of uncountable coincidences on unimaginable scales, has at its disposal a tool of unparalleled effectiveness to make sense...
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"How do astronauts prepare for their missions in space? What recent discoveries and innovations have changed how astronauts train? With a focus on STEM, fascinating sidebars, and up-to-date facts, this book delves deep into the world of astronaut training"--
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Welcome to the world of cutting-edge math, physics, and neuroscience, where the search for the ultimate vacuum, the point of nothingness, the ground zero of theory, has rendered the universe deep, rich, and juicy. Every time scientists and mathematicians think they have reached the ultimate void, something new appears: a black hole, an undulating string, an additional dimension of space or time, repulsive anti-gravity, universes that breed like bunnies....
11) Space riddles
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Invites readers to learn about space, including stars, planets, and galaxies, through the format of riddle clues and answers. Vibrant photos help illustrate the subject. Additional features include a phonetic glossary, and introduction to the author, and sources for further research.
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Magnificent makers volume 5
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Pablo loves everything outer space, but as he, Violet, and Deepak go through the levels of the Maker Maze to learn about space he keeps making mistakes, and his friends keep correcting him, so he begins to wonder whether he will ever know enough to become an astronaut.
14) Math in space
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"From the phases of the moon seen on Earth to the rotation of far off galaxies, mathematics can be used to explain what's happening in the universe. Full-color photographs and related age-appropriate math questions engage young readers and give real world applications to mathematics."--
15) Space research
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Presents information on the research that space scientists do, including the methods that they employ and the results that they achieve.
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"Space is big--very big! There are never-ending mysteries in its starry reaches, and we're still learning about them. In this detailed, fascinating book, young readers will learn more about freaky stories of space, including weird planets, strange stars, unexplained phenomena, and tales of the brave people who've traveled into this final frontier. Intriguing facts and historic photos will catch students' interest as they investigate these mysteries...
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"For years, space scientists have been asking the question "Is there other life out there?" Readers will enjoy the fascinating history of our search for extraterrestrial life--from aliens to tiny microbes--with technology such as telescopes, radio signals, and monitoring systems."--
19) Space!
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"Computer-generated illustrations reveal the wonders of the universe, from the big bang and black holes to space travel."--Back cover.
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