Discoveries in modern science : exploration, invention, technology / James Trefil, editor in chief.
Contributor(s): Trefil, James S [editor.]
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TextSeries: Gale eBooks: Publisher: Farmington Hills, Mich. : Macmillan Reference USA, a part of Gale, Cengage Learning, [2015]Copyright date: ©2015General Notes: Available through Gale e-books which can be found on the Davenport University Library database page.Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index.Description: 1 online resource 3 volumes (lxiii, 1340 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).Content type: text Media type: computer Carrier type: online resourceISBN: 9780028662480.Subject(s): Science -- Encyclopedias | Technology -- Encyclopedias | Discoveries in science -- EncyclopediasGenre/Form: Electronic books. DDC classification: 503 Online resources: Access full-text materials at no charge. | Item type | Current library | Collection | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | |
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Available through Gale e-books which can be found on the Davenport University Library database page.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Volume 1. A-F -- volume 2. G-O -- volume 3. P-Z.
This set cover more than 300 of the most important scientific discoveries as defined by a board of scientists and historians. It aims to present an in-depth treatment of "curiosity-led science," as well as directed research that led to important inventions and technologies. It will spark curiosity and engagement among readers, ranging from advanced high school students, to those in college and universities, as well as educated readers.
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