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The handy science answer book
In the years since the first edition of The Handy Science Answer Book was published in
1994, innumerable discoveries and advancements have been made in all fields of science
and technology. These accomplishments range from the microscopic to the global—
from an understanding of how genes interact and ultimately produce proteins to the
recent definition of a planet that excludes Pluto. As a society, we have increased our
awareness of the environment and the sustainability of resources with a focus on
increasing our use of renewable fuels, reducing greenhouse gases, and building “green.”
This newly updated fourth edition of The Handy Science Answer Book continues
to be a fun and educational resource that is both informative and enjoyable. There are
nearly 2,000 questions in all areas of science, technology, mathematics, medicine, and
other areas. The questions are interesting, unusual, frequently asked, or difficult to
answer. Statistical data have been updated for the twenty-first century. Both of us are
pleased and excited about the various changes, additions, and improvements in this
new edition, which continues to add to and enhance the original publication presented
by the Science and Technology Department of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.
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