Chemical processes have always been a part of life. They enable our bodies to function and are the basis of countless substances and processes we take for granted. This intriguing book explores the world's natural chemistry and how we understand and exploit it. From the first use of fire, people have practiced chemistry to produce food and drink, tan leather, make dyes for clothes and cosmet…
Chemical changes are more common than you might think, from rust forming on steel to a cake baking in the oven. Through exciting, familiar examples and engaging illustrations, readers will discover how chemicals react and change.
The Science Rocks! series provides a simplified look at Earth Science. Learn about the awesome air in these easy-to-read books.
Two titles chock-full of activities that kids can do on their own with household materials. Both are interesting to read and appealingly presented. Air introduces its properties and many uses. Detailed descriptions allow readers to make observations firsthand. Making wind and string instruments, hot-air balloons, and paper airplanes are among the projects included. Water explores the compositio…