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10 produkter
Understanding the Laws of Thermodynamics
E-bok, 2014
483 kr
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Converting heat to energy or energy to heat has been a challenge for scientists for centuries. Now, the challenge of thermodynamics is to makes these conversions without damaging the environment. This compelling volume helps readers understand essential science concepts. Diagrams and sidebars …
Understanding Waves and Wave Motion
E-bok, 2014
493 kr
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Waves and wave motion are the keys to communication, but they can also help us understand the movement of storms and of planets. This impressive guide helps readers understand the scientific concepts of waves. Fact-filled sidebars, diagrams, and images support the learning experience.
Understanding Quantum Physics
E-bok, 2014
493 kr
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Quantum Physics is the study of matter at the subatomic level, and it gives us an understanding of the basic structure of the universe. Through an engaging narrative supported with images and diagrams, readers will find learning about this subject approachable and fun.
HIV and AIDS
E-bok, 2015
536 kr
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There have been spectacular gains made in the battle against HIV and the disease it causes, AIDS, but it remains one of the world’s biggest killers. Follow the path of this virus from its origins in Africa, to its emergence as the cause of a frightening epidemic, to its status as a treatable but …
E. coli
E-bok, 2015
536 kr
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E. coli bacteria are found in healthy bodies, but some forms can cause illness, paralysis, and even death. This book traces the history of this mutating menace, reviews efforts to contain outbreaks when they occur, and where medical science is in efforts to find treatments. There is a timeline on …
Tuberculosis
E-bok, 2015
536 kr
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Tuberculosis infections have plagued mankind for many centuries. Once known as consumption because of the way it appeared to consume the human body, it is today a treatable illness if detected early. However, it poses a new threat worldwide as it attacks people whose immune systems are weakened by …
Huntington's Disease
E-bok, 2015
536 kr
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Huntington''s disease is an incurable and fatal degenerative condition that robs people of normal brain function when they should be in the prime of life. This book describes the condition and the genetic causes behind it and follows researchers on their path to scientific discovery. It presents …
Hemophilia
E-bok, 2015
519 kr
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Hemophilia and other bleeding disorders loom over the lives of people with these conditions, and present constant danger. This book describes the condition and the genetic causes behind it and follows researchers on their path to scientific discovery. It presents the latest treatments and research …
Tay-Sachs Disease
E-bok, 2015
502 kr
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Tay-Sachs disease destroys the nerve cells of the brain and spinal cord, and its symptoms show up in infancy. This book describes the condition and the genetic causes behind it. It follows researchers on their path to scientific discovery and identifies people who have heroically cared for children …
