The Usborne illustrated dictionary of physics
INITIAL_TITLE_SRCH:
The Usborne illustrated dictionary of physics
AUTHOR:
Stockley, Corinne.
Oxlade, Chris.
Wertheim, Jane.
Johnson, Fiona.
ISBN:
9781409531647
PUBLICATION_INFO:
London : Usborne, 2006.
PHYSICAL_DESC:
col. ill. ; 24 cm
GENERAL_NOTE:
Includes index.
"With recommended webites"--Cover.
Originally published: London : Usborne, 2000.
ABSTRACT:
This is the ideal reference companion for students of physics. Its clarity of style and attractive layout promote a full understanding of each area of the subject. Clear definitions, in straightforward language, of all the key terms and concepts. Comprehensive cross-referencing provides links between related areas of study. Brightly illustrated, with clear diagrams to help interpret, clarify and explain. A detailed index guarantees easy access to every subject in the book. Essential study guide for examination candidates.
Mechanics and general physics -- Heat -- Waves -- Electricity and magnetism -- Atomic and nuclear physics -- General physics information.
READING_LEVEL3:
Ages 12 up.
SUBJECT:
| Physics -- Children's nonfiction. |
| Physics -- Dictionaries, Children's. |
BIBSUMMARY:
This is the ideal reference companion for students of physics. Its clarity of style and attractive layout promote a full understanding of each area of the subject. Clear definitions, in straightforward language, of all the key terms and concepts. Comprehensive cross-referencing provides links between related areas of study. Brightly illustrated, with clear diagrams to help interpret, clarify and explain. A detailed index guarantees easy access to every subject in the book. Essential study guide for examination candidates.
Mechanics and general physics -- Heat -- Waves -- Electricity and magnetism -- Atomic and nuclear physics -- General physics information.