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The study of nature is a complex science involving many different
fields from geology and meteorology to biology, zoology, and
botany. This complexity indicates nature's broad scope of impact.
It is at once beautiful and dangerous, displaying power beyond
human control. An understanding of the basic principles and
concepts of the study of nature is therefore both enriching and
practical. In The Handbook of Nature, authors Frank R. Spellman and
Joni Price-Bayer provide a comprehensive guide to the study of
nature in terms the layperson can grasp easily. This accessible
reference work is for the non-specialist looking for quick,
accurate information on all aspects of the study of nature. The
handbook is arranged thematically for a logical and user-friendly
progression through the material. It includes chapters on the
earth's structure and landforms, the atmosphere and weather, water
and water sources, and the many different forms of life from
single-celled organisms to complex vertebrates. Along with basic
natural scientific principles, the authors look closely at the
consequences of human interactions with the environment we inhabit.
This reference concludes with a glossary and index, and each
chapter provides further resources and recommended reading. It is
an essential tool for students and professionals alike.
Food additives have used since the beginning of time to enhance the
quantity and quality of food. We know from research and historical
record that spices were used thousands of years ago to preserve
food. Regulating Food Additives: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
addresses both the importance and the dangers of additives. This
book provides a timeline of laws regulating food in U.S. history
and discusses topics such as how food additives are prepared, what
they are composed of, and why we need to be concerned about them.
In an era when many in the science community feel that science is
under attack, In Defense of Science explains why ordinary citizens
need to have an understanding of science, its methods, and its
groundbreaking discoveries. The authors debunk several
misconceptions of science and scientists, and advocate that science
is an integral part of society and everyday life. This book begins
with an introduction to science and its basic concepts, including a
brief and entertaining history of science and scientific
discoveries, before taking on current views of science in society.
It surveys the many sources of our ideas of science, including pop
culture, classics of literature, news media, and political
discourse. Much of the information from these sources tends to
mislead, and the only way to guard against such misinformation is
to become scientifically literate, and promote scientific literacy
in society. The book therefore delves into the reasons that so many
people do not understand basic scientific principles and do not
keep up with scientific breakthroughs, and finishes by examining
the current state of science education. It includes many resources
for further reading, and is presented in an engaging and
entertaining way.
Today, only a few people outside of the scientific community are
conversant with the tradition of science and its many
breakthroughs. The rest are scientifically illiterate. So say Frank
R. Spellman and Joni Price-Bayer, authors of In Defense of Science:
Why Scientific Literacy Matters. This book explains why ordinary
citizens need to have an understanding of science, its methods, and
its groundbreaking discoveries. The authors introduce the most
basic scientific concepts in accessible and straightforward
language. Along the way they debunk several misconceptions of
science and scientists, and arrive at a view of science as an
integral part of society, policy, and everyday life. The book
begins with an introduction to science and its basic concepts,
including a brief and entertaining history of science and
scientific discoveries, before taking on current views of science
in society. It surveys the many sources of our ideas of science,
including pop culture, classics of literature, news media, and
political discourse. Much of the information from these sources
tends to mislead, and the only way to guard against such
misinformation is to become scientifically literate, and promote
scientific literacy in society. The book therefore delves into the
reasons that so many people do not understand basic scientific
principles and do not keep up with scientific breakthroughs, and
finishes by examining the current state of science education. It
includes many resources for further reading, and is presented in an
engaging and entertaining way. It offers much food for thought for
anyone concerned with science in today's world.
Today, only a few people outside of the scientific community are
conversant with the tradition of science and its many
breakthroughs. The rest are scientifically illiterate. So say Frank
R. Spellman and Joni Price-Bayer, authors of In Defense of Science:
Why Scientific Literacy Matters. This book explains why ordinary
citizens need to have an understanding of science, its methods, and
its groundbreaking discoveries. The authors introduce the most
basic scientific concepts in accessible and straightforward
language. Along the way they debunk several misconceptions of
science and scientists, and arrive at a view of science as an
integral part of society, policy, and everyday life. The book
begins with an introduction to science and its basic concepts,
including a brief and entertaining history of science and
scientific discoveries, before taking on current views of science
in society. It surveys the many sources of our ideas of science,
including pop culture, classics of literature, news media, and
political discourse. Much of the information from these sources
tends to mislead, and the only way to guard against such
misinformation is to become scientifically literate, and promote
scientific literacy in society. The book therefore delves into the
reasons that so many people do not understand basic scientific
principles and do not keep up with scientific breakthroughs, and
finishes by examining the current state of science education. It
includes many resources for further reading, and is presented in an
engaging and entertaining way. It offers much food for thought for
anyone concerned with science in today's world.
This book starts by laying out the dozens of specific tasks that
waterworks operators must know, both to do their job and to achieve
certification. After a review of basic math, the volume explains
the fundamentals of how water is pumped, stored, and treated and
provides the formulas and calculations for monitoring and
controlling water flow in multiple plant operations. The book goes
into the practical execution of every unit of operation in water
treatment from intake to distribution, including: screening,
mixing, coagulation/flocculation, sedimentation, biosolids removal,
filtration, disinfection, and distribution. At every stage, special
attention is paid to chemical and other data that operators require
to carry out processes and testing, as well as maintain
infrastructure. In addition to dozens of worked problems, each
chapter includes a review test containing questions similar to
those on licensure exams. In one down-to-earth and clearly written
source, this book gives readers the vocabulary, the math, the
applied chemistry, and the operational know-how to deliver clean,
safe water for distribution and at the same time to advance in his
or her career. Features of the book include: Key information for
water treatment operator certification and licensure, relevant data
and questions for passing tests in all US states, explanations of
basic math and chemistry in terms of what operators do on a daily
basis, step-by-step coverage of unit operations, Reviews important
material on water sources, watersheds, EPA regulations, contaminant
removal, safety, and more.
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