The Basics of Nonmetals
| AUTHOR | Cobb, Allan B. |
| PUBLISHER | Rosen Young Adult (07/30/2024) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Paperback (Paperback) |
Description
While nonmetals might not sound as intriguing as metals, this engaging title will reveal they are just as fascinating and essential-from hydrogen providing a basis for star formation to carbon allowing all life to exist on Earth! This exciting title includes explanatory text that introduces readers to these elements and many others that make life on Earth as we know it possible. Dynamic sidebars enhance comprehension of the text with descriptions of key topics, definitions of important terms, and ideas for hands-on activities. Each spread also offers two eye-catching images, including colorful photographs and diagrams, to help readers understand nonmetals and make connections to their everyday lives. This volume concludes with an inspiring biographical overview of the life of the scientist who discovered hydrogen, Henry Cavendish.
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ISBN-13:
9781499476828
ISBN-10:
1499476825
Binding:
Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
96
Carton Quantity:
0
Product Dimensions:
6.20 x 0.20 x 9.00 inches
Weight:
0.45 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Index,
Ikids,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Young Adult Nonfiction | Science & Nature - Chemistry
Young Adult Nonfiction | Science & Nature - History of Science
Young Adult Nonfiction | Technology - General
Grade Level:
8th Grade
- 12th Grade
Dewey Decimal:
546.7
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While nonmetals might not sound as intriguing as metals, this engaging title will reveal they are just as fascinating and essential-from hydrogen providing a basis for star formation to carbon allowing all life to exist on Earth! This exciting title includes explanatory text that introduces readers to these elements and many others that make life on Earth as we know it possible. Dynamic sidebars enhance comprehension of the text with descriptions of key topics, definitions of important terms, and ideas for hands-on activities. Each spread also offers two eye-catching images, including colorful photographs and diagrams, to help readers understand nonmetals and make connections to their everyday lives. This volume concludes with an inspiring biographical overview of the life of the scientist who discovered hydrogen, Henry Cavendish.
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Author:
Cobb, Allan B.
Series introduction author Ronald J. Brogan is the Bureau Chief for the New York City office of D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) America. He also serves as a D.A.R.E. regional director for Oregon, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont. In 1997, Brogan retired from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, where he served as a special agent for 26 years. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees in criminal justice from the City University of New York.
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