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Informationen zum Autor Joseph D'Agnese is a journalist who has written chiefly for science magazines! such as Discover ! Wired ! and Seed . His pieces have appeared in the annual anthology Best American Science Writing ! edited by Oliver Sacks (HarperCollins)! among others. He has written for the New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. Klappentext The ultimate introductory science books for non-scientists-highly visual and informative titles on a range of major subjects in the sciences. This new series will explain major areas of science in an interesting! visually compelling! and accessible manner. The "101" in the title refers to the 101 key facts and topics presented in each book. These books will fill the need for popular reference on all aspects of science and technology. Zusammenfassung This new series is the ultimate illustrated science guide for non–scientists. With over 200 full color images! illustrations! charts! and other visual aids! Science 101 explains major areas of science in an interesting! visually compelling! and accessible manner. These books will fill the need for an authoritative! popular reference in science and technology for students and adults alike. Chemistry! often called the central science! is everywhere in our modern society––food! clothes! cosmetics! medical diagnostics! and microchips. In SCIENCE 101: CHEMISTRY fundamental facts and concepts are presented along with dynamic and informative imagery.