Written for science geeks and everyone curious about the world around
us, this comprehensive sweep through modern science and technology is a
solid family reference, covering the most important innovations and
inventions in engineering, physics, medicine, chemistry, biology, and
more.
From the structure of the atom to the jet engine, from the world's
fossil record to the theory of relativity: here are the critical
breakthroughs in technology, the paradigm shifts that led to modern
science, and the discoveries and accomplishments that shape our world
today and our future tomorrow. Organized by realm of science and tracing
key concepts from origins to the most exciting ideas and advances on the
horizon, this book documents the interconnectedness among the crucial
milestones of our time. Written in clear, authoritative prose,
illustrated with essential photography and diagrams, and laid out in an
entertaining and browsable way, this is the go-to book for answers about
the way the world works.