Extraterrestrial life is a common theme in science fiction, but is it a serious prospect in the real world? Astrobiology is the emerging field of science that seeks to answer this question. The possibility of life elsewhere in the...
Math and science
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Author:May, AndrewSummary: - Author:Hartson, TamaraSummary:
Super Explorers take you into space with the astronauts who have circled the Earth, been on the moon, lived on the International Space Station and those who hope to one day travel to Mars and beyond: Neil Armstrong who was the first...
- Author:Scoles, Sarah, De Pree, Christopher GordonSummary:
This book helps us reconnect to the solar system once more, guiding us through the fundamental ways in which our planet moves through the solar system and how these motions determine our perception of time and place. Offering a concise...
- Author:Fraknoi, AndrewSummary:
Astronomy is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of one- or two-semester introductory astronomy courses. The book begins with relevant scientific fundamentals and progresses through an exploration of the solar system,...
- Author:Kaler, James B.Summary:
In this course, astronomer James B. Kaler reveals knowledge about the Solar System's creation.
- Author:Kaler, James B.Summary:
In this course, University of Illinois professor James Kaler examines our local solar system and places it into the greater context to know where it all came from and what its fate may be.
- Author:Tyson, Neil deGrasseSummary:
Astrophysicist and bestselling author Neil deGrasse Tyson addresses questions regarding the cosmos, such as: What is the nature of space and time? How do we fit within the universe? How does the universe fit within us?
- Author:Mone, Gregory, Tyson, Neil deGrasseSummary:
Neil deGrasse Tyson introduces young listeners to astrophysics and the principles of scientific inquiry, fostering the "cosmic perspective" that outer space inspires in all.
- Author:Brooks, MichaelSummary:
The atom, the big bang, DNA--all are ideas that have revolutionized science; and all were dismissed out of hand when they first appeared. This book investigates a new wave of radical insights that are shaping the future of scientific...
- Author:Mahaffey, James A.Summary:
From the moment radiation was discovered in the late nineteenth century, nuclear science has had a rich history of innovative scientific exploration and discovery, coupled with mistakes, accidents, and downright disasters. Mahaffey here...
- Author:Mahaffey, James A.Summary:
With clear explanations of some of the most complex scientific endeavors in history, this book looks back at the atom's wild, secretive past and then toward its potentially bright future. Mahaffey unearths lost reactors on far flung...
- Author:Mousseau, NormandSummary:
Partout sur la planète, les grands gisements s’épuisent alors que les prospecteurs reviennent les mains vides. Il devient de plus en plus difficile d’extraire le pétrole alors que la demande explose. La crise énergétique est à nos...
- Author:Shulgan, Christopher, Burns, Lawrence D.Summary:
We stand on the brink of a technological revolution. In the near future, most of us will not own automobiles, but will travel instead in driverless electric vehicles summoned at the touch of an app. We will be liberated from driving, so...
- Author:Gosselin, Virginie, Julie, Aubé, Waridel, Laure, Rivest, Véronique, Orhon, Jacques, Barthomeuf, ChristianSummary:
Christian Barthomeuf est l'inventeur du cidre de glace. C'est aussi un des pionniers de l'agriculture biologique au Québec. Témoin privilégié des déséquilibres provoqués par les humains, ce paysan hors normes a décidé,...
- Author:Lemieux, JulieSummary:
Voici un essai sur les dangers des centrales nucléaires qui donnera à réfléchir à tous les citoyens en général et aux moins de 30 ans en particulier, eux qui ne connaissent pas l’histoire de Tchernobyl, la pire catastrophe technologique...
- Author:Armantrout, Bob.Summary:
Small-scale home biodiesel production holds a singular attraction for the do-it-yourself enthusiast. While perhaps it can't save the world, this unique renewable fuel is economical, fun to make, better for the environment, and will...
- Author:Falconer, TimSummary:
In the tradition of Daniel Levitin's This Is Your Brain on Music and Oliver Sacks' Musicophilia, Bad Singer follows the delightful journey of Tim Falconer as he tries to overcome tone deafness--and along the way discovers what we're...
- Author:Lebl, JiříSummary:
This is a course in undergraduate real analysis, also known as advanced calculus. The book works for both basic courses for students who do not necessarily wish to go to graduate school and also more advanced courses that prepare...
- Author:Lebl, JiříSummary:
This book is a continuation of Basic Analysis: Introduction to Real Analysis - Volume 1. Volume II continues into multivariable analysis, starting with differential calculus, including inverse and implicit function theorems, continuing...
- Author:Flinn, Chad, Lee, AaronSummary:
This readily accessible online resource was developed for anyone who has interest in, or works with, AC motors and their associated motor control equipment. Whether you are an electrical apprentice learning about the subject in school...
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