From atomic structure to stomach acid, this full-color comprehensive chemistry encyclopedia is a wonderful resource for your budding scientist or any student studying chemistry. Broken into six chapters with several subtopics within each one, this book covers atoms and molecules, elements and the periodic table, ionic bonds, noble gases, radioactivity, acid reactions, rocks and minerals, plant chemicals, body chemicals, plastics, and much, much more. Each subtopic has a two-page, full-color spread with a focal illustration to explain the concept surrounded by colorful text boxes and smaller pictures and diagrams. Each topic also includes a section on a famous scientist in that area of study. This text does briefly discuss the Big Bang theory and states that the Earth was formed 4.6 billion years ago. Includes a glossary and an index. 128 pgs, hardcover.
Children's Encyclopedia of Chemistry
SKU
029759
ISBN
9781398825765
Grade 3-7
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Product Overview
- A wonderful resource for your budding scientist, this book covers dozens of topics related to chemistry with tons of full-color illustrations
- Broken into six main chapters with several subtopics within each one for easy reference
- Each subtopic has a two-page spread with a focal illustration and several text boxes and smaller pictures surrounding
- Includes a glossary and an index
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Publisher's Description of Children's Encyclopedia of Chemistry
This comprehensive encyclopedia presents in-depth information in a way that is engaging and accessible to young readers.
Illustrated throughout with stunning photographs.
The Children's Reference Library series has been translated into 16 languages and sold over 715,000 copies worldwide!
Illustrated throughout with stunning photographs.
The Children's Reference Library series has been translated into 16 languages and sold over 715,000 copies worldwide!
Category Description for Chemistry
Homeschool Chemistry Curriculum, Workbooks, Lab Materials, Kits, Games, and Chemistry Lab Supplies
Details
| Product Format: | Hardcover Book |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 3-7 |
| Brand: | Arcturus Publishing |
| ISBN: | 9781398825765 |
| Length in Inches: | 11.375 |
| Width in Inches: | 9.1875 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.5 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.8 |
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