The Penguin Dictionary of Science" covers all the important topics in this key subject area including chemistry physics molecular biology biochemistry human anatomy mathematics astronomy & computing. Superbly comprehensive & accessible this dictionary is the ideal reference tool for anyone who needs to understand scientific terms whether student researcher or enthusiastic layperson. This title provides clear definitions of some 7 000 scientific terms; gives succinct explanations of fundamental terms (ammonia base pairing cell) & more specialist concepts (allosteric enzyme Bravais lattice close packing); covers individual elements & chemical compounds in detail; contains appendices ranging from lists of SI units & fundamental constants to the periodic table & an outline classification of living organisms; &
Includes:: hundreds of illustrations & diagrams."