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245 _aOne thousand and one science questions answered
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520 _aA s soon as children learn to speak, the why, what and how questions start - Why do stars shine? Why is the sky blue? Why do some people have freckles? Why can't I remember being born? Who invented writing? How do snakes climb trees? As adults, we often don't know the answers to these obvious, but classic, questions about the mysteries of nature, the human body, the universe and the science of everyday life. Furthermore, researchers are constantly discovering new phenomena, engineers are developing new gadgets and our knowledge of the world just keeps on rapidly expanding. What is a nano-taxi? Why do eggs burst in a microwave oven? What is a knockout mouse? What are some of the global effects of climate change? Understanding the world around us can be great fun, and this book will bring you up to date with the latest findings as it guides you through the intriguing answers to 1001 questions about science
650 _aPure Sciences
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650 _a Readers Digest 1001 Science Questions Answered
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