Download or read book Unsolved Mysteries of Science written by John Malone and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008-05-02 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A LIVELY EXPLORATION OF THE BIGGEST QUESTIONS IN SCIENCE How Did the Universe Begin? The Big Bang has been the accepted theory for decades, but does it explain everything? How Did Life on Earth Get Started? What triggered the cell division that started the evolutionary chain? Did life come from outer space, buried in a chunk of rock? What is Gravity? Newton's apple just got the arguments started, Einstein made things more complicated. Just how does gravity fit in with quantum theory? What Is the Inside of the Earth Like? What exactly is happening beneath our feet, and can we learn enough to help predict earthquakes and volcanic eruptions? How Do We Learn Language? Is language acquisition an inborn biological ability, or does every child have to start from scratch? Is There a Missing Link? The story of human evolution is not complete. In addition to hoaxes such as "Piltdown Man" and extraordinary finds such as "Lucy," many puzzles remain. What, in the end, do we mean by a "missing link"?

Download or read book Science Detectives written by and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Science detectives follows fearless and dedicated science sleuths tracking down leads and solving cases all over the world, in cities and in deserts, deep underground, high in the sky and even in your DNA.

Download or read book Magic Mystery and Science written by Dan Burton and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 414 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "[P.D. Ouspensky's] yearning for a transcendent, timeless reality—one that cancels out physical disintegration and death—figures into science at some fundamental level. Einstein found solace in his theory of relativity, which suggested to him that events are ever-present in the space-time continuum. When his friend Michele Besso passed on shortly before his own death, he wrote: 'For us believing physicists the distinction between past, present, and future is only an illusion, even if a stubborn one.'" —from Magic, Mystery, and Science The triumph of science would appear to have routed all other explanations of reality. No longer does astrology or alchemy or magic have the power to explain the world to us. Yet at one time each of these systems of belief, like religion, helped shed light on what was dark to our understanding. Nor have the occult arts disappeared. We humans have a need for mystery and a sense of the infinite. Magic, Mystery, and Science presents the occult as a "third stream" of belief, as important to the shaping of Western civilization as Greek rationalism or Judeo-Christianity. The occult seeks explanations in a world that is living and intelligent—quite unlike the one supposed by science. By taking these beliefs seriously, while keeping an eye on science, this book aims to capture some of the power of the occult. Readers will discover that the occult has a long history that reaches back to Babylonia and ancient Egypt. It proceeds alongside, and frequently mingles with, religion and science. From the Egyptian Book of the Dead to New Age beliefs, from Plato to Adolf Hitler, occult ways of knowing have been used—and hideously abused—to explain a world that still tempts us with the knowledge of its dark secrets.

Download or read book Medical Mysteries written by Scott Auden and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kids love to read about things that are gross and bizarre, and we're sure to caption their attention with this intriguing collection of true case files that have baffled the scientific community. A fascinating combination of clinical facts and investigative research that considers all theories, no matter how strange. "National Geographic Investigates" introduces young people to cutting edge techniques of scientific investigation, the most current discoveries, and the way that those discoveries are interpreted to throw new light on our understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Special features include: map showing major sites discussed in the book, plus locator maps to start each chapter; sidebars explaining the latest technology being used by scientists; a 'Meet the Expert' sidebar presenting an interview with a scientist currently working in the appropriate field; timelines placing research and researchers in historical context and pinpointing the time period for each chapter; and, lavish design including photographs, illustrations, and diagrams.

Download or read book The Seven Mysteries of Life written by Guy Murchie and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 1999 with total page 708 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "All life in all worlds" -this was the object of the author's seventeen-year quest for knowledge and discovery, culminating in this book. In a manner unmistakably his own, Murchie delves into the interconnectedness of all life on the planet and of such fields as biology, geology, sociology, mathematics, and physics. He offers us what the poet May Sarton has called "a good book to take to a desert island as sole companion, so rich is it in knowledge and insight."

Download or read book New Adventures of Mary Kate Ashley 29 The Case of the Weird Science Mystery written by Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2002-04-30 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mary-Kate and Ashley must find a missing robot before the science fair is cancelled.

Download or read book The Wonderous Science written by Brian Parker and published by . This book was released on 2017-02-04 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is The Wonderous Science?Imagine the ability to invent incredible wonders, imbued with the power to bend the very laws of nature. Now, imagine that power in the hands of a 12-year-old girl.Zora Sparks is a genius by all accounts. Having grown up in the foster care system, she has learned through experience to rely on herself and her own abilities, specifically her amazing skill in the Wonderous Science - a fabled knowledge that has raised kingdoms with unimaginable artifacts, and toppled societies with terrible weapons. The Laurel Society has made it their mission to guide and protect those with this amazing ability, and "contain" those that have used it for evil. Now it falls to Ms. Daisy Kidd, a member of The Wardens Division of the society, to watch after Zora and her precocious little brother, Nate. But, unknown forces are plotting in the shadows, and they have plans for the young prodigy. Can Daisy, Zora, and Nate discover what lies in the secret history of The Laurel Society before it's to late?

Download or read book Everyday Science Mysteries written by Richard Konicek-Moran and published by NSTA Press. This book was released on 2008 with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What causes condensation? Does temperature affect how well a balloon will fly? How do tiny bugs get into oatmeal? Through 15 mystery stories, this book memorably illustrates science concepts for students and reinforces the value of learning science through inquiry. Each mystery presents opportunities for students to create questions, form hypotheses, test their ideas, and come up with explanations. Focused on concepts such as periodic motion, thermodynamics, temperature and energy, and sound and sound transmission, these mysteries draw students into the stories by grounding them in experiences students are familiar with, providing them with a foundation for classroom discussion and inquiry.

Download or read book Yet More Everyday Science Mysteries written by Richard Konicek-Moran and published by NSTA Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the fourth book of this award-winning series, author Richard Konicek-Moran explores 15 new mysteries children and adults encounter in their daily lives. Relating the mysteries to experiences familiar to elementary and middle school students, the stories show how science is part of everyday life and initiate inquiry-based learning by leaving each mystery without an ending. Students identify the problem to be solved, formulate questions, form hypotheses, test their ideas, and come up with possible explanations.

Download or read book Crime Does Not Pay Archives Volume 2 written by Dick Wood and published by Dark Horse Comics. This book was released on 2014-12-17 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The celebrated pre-Code Crime Does Not Pay comics are finally collected into a series of unflinching and uncensored deluxe hardcovers! The infamous Crime Does Not Pay stories, focusing on criminal scum, nefarious mobsters, and urban legends, madeCrime Does Not Pay one of the most popular comics of the 1940s. This series was a favorite target of censors and is partially responsible for the creation of the stifling Comics Code Authority! Revered, influential, and very hard to find, Crime Does Not Pay issues #26 to #29 are collected for your enjoyment and education!

Download or read book The Shaver Mystery written by Richard S. Shaver and published by Armchair Fiction & Music. This book was released on 2011-06-08 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A classic, yet most controversial science fiction novel from 1947, "The Shaver Mystery, Book One" by Richard S. Shaver, featuring "I Remember Lemuria."

Download or read book The Encyclopedia of Volcanoes written by Haraldur Sigurdsson and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2015-03-06 with total page 1447 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Volcanoes are unquestionably one of the most spectacular and awe-inspiring features of the physical world. Our paradoxical fascination with them stems from their majestic beauty and powerful, sometimes deadly, destructiveness. Notwithstanding the tremendous advances in volcanology since ancient times, some of the mystery surrounding volcanic eruptions remains today. The Encyclopedia of Volcanoes summarizes our present knowledge of volcanoes; it provides a comprehensive source of information on the causes of volcanic eruptions and both the destructive and beneficial effects. The early chapters focus on the science of volcanism (melting of source rocks, ascent of magma, eruption processes, extraterrestrial volcanism, etc.). Later chapters discuss human interface with volcanoes, including the history of volcanology, geothermal energy resources, interaction with the oceans and atmosphere, health aspects of volcanism, mitigation of volcanic disasters, post-eruption ecology, and the impact of eruptions on organismal biodiversity. - Provides the only comprehensive reference work to cover all aspects of volcanology - Written by nearly 100 world experts in volcanology - Explores an integrated transition from the physical process of eruptions through hazards and risk, to the social face of volcanism, with an emphasis on how volcanoes have influenced and shaped society - Presents hundreds of color photographs, maps, charts and illustrations making this an aesthetically appealing reference - Glossary of 3,000 key terms with definitions of all key vocabulary items in the field is included

Download or read book THE DR THORNDYKE TRILOGY Forensic Science Mysteries written by R. Austin Freeman and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-21 with total page 627 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: R. Austin Freeman's 'The Dr. Thorndyke Trilogy' is a collection of three classic novels that pioneer the genre of forensic science mysteries. Each story follows the brilliant Dr. John Thorndyke, a medical jurispractitioner who uses his keen observation skills and scientific knowledge to solve intricate crimes with forensic evidence. Freemans intricate plots and attention to detail make these novels captivating reads for mystery enthusiasts, offering a unique blend of scientific inquiry and deductive reasoning within the context of early 20th-century London. The trilogy showcases Freeman's mastery of the mystery genre, setting the stage for future forensic detective fiction. R. Austin Freeman, a trained physician himself, drew inspiration from his medical background to create the character of Dr. Thorndyke. His experience in the field of medicine greatly influenced the scientific accuracy and realism portrayed in the novels, adding an extra layer of authenticity to the forensic investigations depicted in the stories. Freemans expertise in both medicine and mystery writing shines through in 'The Dr. Thorndyke Trilogy', solidifying his place as a trailblazer in detective literature. For readers who enjoy intricately plotted mysteries and a touch of scientific realism, 'The Dr. Thorndyke Trilogy' is a must-read. Freeman's clever storytelling and innovative approach to detective fiction make this collection a standout in the genre, offering both entertainment and intellectual stimulation for fans of classic mysteries.

Download or read book Mathematical Approach To Fluctuations Complexity And Nonlinearity Vol Ii Proceedings Of The Iias Workshop written by Takeyuki Hida and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 1995-01-10 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contents:Trace Formulae for Levy-Gaussian Measures and Their Application (L Accardi & O G Smolyanov)Mathematical Theory of Early Vision: Historical Note (J J Atick)Unidirectional versus Bi-directional Theory for Trajectory Planning and Control (M Kawato)Relaxations in the Electronic Excited States of Complex Systems (T Kushida)Coherent Approach to Fluctuations (M Suzuki)Simulational and Analytic Studies of Anomalous Relaxation in Disordered Systems (F Yonezawa et al)Work with Pavel Bleher on Eigenvalue Statistics in Integrable Dynamical Systems (F Dyson)and other papers Readership: Applied mathematicians.keywords:

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