Science with Water


Book Description

The colorful book is packed with exciting scientific activities designed to help young children explore the intriguing properties of water. All the experiments and tricks are safe and easy to carry out using ordinary household equipment. Real examples show how people exploit water for transportation, power and so on. Usborne Science Activities is an innovative series which responds to the growing emphasis on scientific exploration for young children. The text and illustrations are simple and clear so children can enjoy using the books by themselves. Further notes give fuller scientific explanations for adults who wish to work with their children.




The Structure and Properties of Water


Book Description

The authors have correlated many experimental observations and theoretical discussions from the scientific literature on water. Topics covered include the water molecule and forces between water molecules; the thermodynamic properties of steam; the structures of the ices; the thermodynamic, electrical, spectroscopic, and transport properties of the ices and of liquid water; hydrogen bonding in ice and water; and models for liquid water. The main emphasis of the book is on relatingthe properties of ice and water to their structures. Some background material in physical chemistry has been included in order to ensure that the material is accessible to readers in fields such as biology, biochemistry, and geology, as well as to chemists and physicists.













Texas Aquatic Science


Book Description

This classroom resource provides clear, concise scientific information in an understandable and enjoyable way about water and aquatic life. Spanning the hydrologic cycle from rain to watersheds, aquifers to springs, rivers to estuaries, ample illustrations promote understanding of important concepts and clarify major ideas. Aquatic science is covered comprehensively, with relevant principles of chemistry, physics, geology, geography, ecology, and biology included throughout the text. Emphasizing water sustainability and conservation, the book tells us what we can do personally to conserve for the future and presents job and volunteer opportunities in the hope that some students will pursue careers in aquatic science. Texas Aquatic Science, originally developed as part of a multi-faceted education project for middle and high school students, can also be used at the college level for non-science majors, in the home-school environment, and by anyone who educates kids about nature and water. To learn more about The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment, sponsors of this book's series, please click here.







THE OFFBEAT VOYAGER: A GUIDE TO THE WORLD’S BEST TRAVEL DESTINATIONS


Book Description

Through this book, you can learn all that I know about visiting the world’s best cities, landmarks, and islands. From famous metropolises to little known wonders, my more than 17 years of travel experience are all outlined here for readers. Divided by continent for convenience, you can easily obtain the information you need on where to go, what to do, and how to do it through this travel guide. With fun facts and insider information, you can plan your travels armed with all the knowledge you need to make it the trip of a lifetime.Since the dawn of humankind, people have had a thirst for exploring lands beyond their horizons. These motivations led man to search, through land, sea, and air, for all the endless mysteries waiting beyond our borders. From the frigid tundras of the Arctic to the sunny beaches of South America and over rocky plains of North America, each continent and country bring with them something unique. With the world being more connected today than it has ever been, there are boundless opportunities to travel, explore and learn from the wide variety of fascinating, varied, and beautiful cultures that exist on this planet.My travels have taught me many lessons about life, myself, and the world around me. I’ve been blessed to visit more than 30 countries and see breathtaking sites, eat delicious cuisine, and meet amazing people on every trip. Not everything has been smooth sailing-from visa troubles to muggings, I’ve gone through just about every travel disaster a person can. But all this has given me valuable experience on how to become a savvy traveler and get the most out of every trip.Through this book, you can learn all that I know about visiting the world’s best cities, landmarks, and islands. From famous metropolises to little known wonders, my more than 17 years of travel experience are all outlined here for readers. Divided by continent for convenience, you can easily obtain the information you need on where to go, what to do, and how to do it through this travel guide. With fun facts and insider information, you can plan your travels armed with all the knowledge you need to make it the trip of a lifetime.It’s important to note that the recommendations presented in this book are based on my own experiences and can vary for you. Travel is a uniquely personal experience, and a person’s gender, physical capabilities, and many other factors can impact how they experience. But I would encourage everyone to keep an open mind and to take every opportunity they can to learn more about this big, beautiful world of ours.The names, maps, and information presented in this book are all accurate at the time of publishing.Outline:1.Introduction2.Asia:TokyoPokhara3.Europe:LondonSpainAmsterdam 4.South America:BoliviaChileArgentinaBrazilMedellínCusco5.North AmericaLos Angeles San FranciscoNew York 6.Africa:Tanzania 7.AcknowledgmentsAbout the author: Abdullah Almanna is a multilingual Certified Public Accountant, Traveler, and Author whose tenacity, work ethic, and compassionate nature have all earned him a reputation as a service-driven leader. He is also widely known for striking the perfect balance between work and leisure. While working at a “Big Four” accounting firm, he gets to travel extensively (he has been to over 30 countries so far). Furthermore, he launched multiple lucrative businesses like Tripese and continually invests in lifelong learning to ensure he is well-versed in the latest industry trends. During his time with Ernst & Young, he has even had the opportunity to go to Tanzania for the Kilimanjaro Summit while fundraising and conducting charity work.