Buch, Englisch, 448 Seiten, Format (B × H): 219 mm x 276 mm, Gewicht: 1500 g
Buch, Englisch, 448 Seiten, Format (B × H): 219 mm x 276 mm, Gewicht: 1500 g
ISBN: 978-0-19-910711-7
Verlag: Oxford University Press
The leading science encyclopedia explaining the achievements and progress of science, now fully revised and updated. Major updates include:
- The advent of SARS
- Extended coverage of cloning
- Extended coverage of GM food
- Extended coverage of digital cameras
Other updates include: Jupiter's moons reach 50; crash of space shuttle Columbia; disappearance of element 118
- Wide-ranging coverage encompassing the physical, chemical and biological sciences
- Science at the cutting edge - Human Genome Project, BSE, evolving robots, global warming, laser-guided missiles, nanotechnology.
- Over 1300 illustrations: carefully selected full-colour photos and specially commisioned drawings and diagrams
- Unrivalled authority ensured by expert team headed by Richard Dawkins, world-famous author of The Selfish Gene
The encyclopedia has a dedicated website (www.oup.com/science-encyclopedia), which includes hundreds of recommended links, downloadable artworks from the book and a challenging quiz
