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Looks at twenty-one scientific mysteries covering such topics as biology, astronomy, physics, and geology.

This collections of essays reveal the scientific challenges so daunting that only "crazy scientists would take them on" and as a result, turned out to have been extremely usefull in the fields of biology, biotechnology, genetics, and chemistry. This book demonstrates that science is a cultural activity rich and varied, as well as fun.

An account of science's application to the everyday world. Includes the physical and biological events that go on daily.

"In each of the essays in Science Friction, psychologist and science historian Michael Shermer explores the barriers and biases that plague and propel science, especially when scientists push against the boundaries of the unknown. As Shermer puts it, the challenge we all face in distinguishing facts from fiction can be summed up with a twist on a well-worn bromide: "I wouldn't have seen it if I hadn't believed it." What do we know and what do we not...

Award-winning scientist and popular science writer Keith Laidler explains the major facts, principles, and theories of physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and astronomy, showing how they all complement one another, creating a harmonious picture of a completely integrated universe. Annotation. From quarks to quasars, this stimulating survey of the main branches of science will entertain, educate and inspire lay readers with a broad scientific understanding...

"In her easily accessible style, Margreet de Heer visualizes science and makes it approachable for those with little knowledge of the subject. Touching a number of topics in various scientific disciplines--including math, chemistry, physics, biology, geology, and quantum theory--this work ponders questions such as "Who exclaimed "Eureka" and why? Why did Galileo get into a fight with the Church? "and "What happens when you have your DNA tested?" This...

Presents five basic scientific hypotheses: the atomic model, the periodic law, the big bang theory, plate tectonics, and evolution.

This anthology of 62 essays, ranging from the polemic to the persuasive, from the speculative to the realistic, begins with an attack on the most controversial of pseudosciences -- creationism. The book devotes sections to religious radicals, discussions about the possibility of extraterrestrial life, ecology, the roles of science in the modern world, explanation of current scientific theories, scientific forecasting and a group of five personal essays....

A witty critique of New Age beliefs and scientific fraud. Topics debunked include paranormal events, Freud's theory of dreams, shamanism and UFOs. As well as providing laughter for sceptics, the book will also give solace and inspiration to those who prize logic and common sense.

"Gain extensive knowledge of the most challenging scientific problems and learn from more than 60 of the world's foremost scientists - among them, 40 Nobel laureates. Expand your horizons with a wide range of advanced scientific theories and techniques."--Jacket.