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Neuroscience is one of the most fascinating & complex areas of scientific research, with new advances being made every day. In 50 Human Brain Ideas You Really Need to Know, Mo Costandi condenses all we know about the brain & how it works into series of introductions to the most important concepts. Outlining both long-standing theories
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Computer - A programmable electronic machine which stores and manipulates data.
Human - A highly developed and adapted mamal and deminant species on earth
Colour - The categorised spectrum of light visable to humans
edge - Enhanced data rates for GSM evolution also known as enhanced GPRS. A mobile phone technology with improved data transmission rates.
edge - The point at which two surfaces meet
cutting - The seperation of an object usually using a cutting tool such as a knife
Day - The time it takes a planet or other space objects to complete one rotation.
Neurons - A cell that sends nerve impulses throughout the body.
illustrations - Pictures typically in books and newspapers.
Addiction - The description given when someone cannot live without something.
Memory - A way to describe the way in which the brain can remember things.

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With over 300 UK stores and more than 40000 different products in store each year, The Works is Britain's top discount book store. A well known presence on the high street, The Works was founded in 1981 to bring affordable books to the public. It now offers a large range of exciting products, including arts and crafts products, toys, gifts and seasonal products, all at discounted prices, making it a superb place to find items for hobbies and gifts for all ages. The book selection includes children's books, fiction and non-fiction books on a wide range of subjects from food and drink and craft and DIY to entertainment, autobiographies and history. Art and crafts products range from children's craft sets to sewing materials and professional artists' brushes. As well as big brands, The Works also sells their own high quality branded products.
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