The Britannica Guide to The Atom


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Discusses the structure of the atom and reveals the ways the parts facilitate both radioactivity and nuclear reactions.




The Britannica Guide to Matter


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The study of matter is the study of all material things, as well as their ability to transform from one state to another. All matter assumes one of several basic statessolid, liquid, gas, and plasma being the most common. Under varying conditions, each state can be altered to form new substances or adopt new characteristics. This insightful book covers the various structures and elements of different types of matter, while examining the physical and chemical properties that allow for permutation and change.




The Britannica Guide to Particle Physics


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Provides an overview of particle physics, from basic concepts to particle accelerators, and profiles physicists responsible for advancing the field.




The Britannica Guide to Electricity and Magnetism


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Introduces electricity and magnetism and profiles leading figures in electromagnetic science.




The Basics of Atoms and Molecules


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A fun-filled introduction to matter, the elements of the periodic table, atoms, electrons, reactions and bonding, and radioactivity, this volume provides young adults with chemistry examples that reflect their real-world interconnections in science. Key terms, easy experiments, and clear illustrations help to guide students through chemical applications. A chapter about Niels Bohr and his model for the atom honors his contribution to the understanding of atomic structure and to nuclear fission. Tools and techniques, such as a scanning tunneling microscope, Rutherford's gold foil experiment, and a mass spectrometer, highlight this instructive text that is aligned to the Common Core Standards.




Film & Radio Guide


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The Encyclopædia Britannica


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The Encyclopaedia Britannica


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The Encyclopaedia Britannica


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