Megan Quick

What does it mean for a metal to be "precious"? These metals are useful and rare, like gold, and that makes them costly Readers head underground to discover how precious metal form as well as the characteristics that make them desirable such as luster, ductility, and reactivity. The text includes information about well-known metals like silver and gold, and also covers important precious metals such as rhodium and palladium. Full-color photographs and graphic organizers aid comprehension. Sidebars and fact boxes add more information and highlight important science terms and ideas.

Steel is one of the most important building materials in use today. It's used to create skyscrapers, bridges, and many other large constructions. And what's a key part of steel creation? Iron ore, a natural resource In fact, about 98 percent of all mined iron ore is used in the production of steel. In this instructive volume, readers explore how iron ore forms, where it is found, and how it is made into steel. Full-color photographs and graphic organizers complement the main text. Sidebars and fact boxes add even more information.

What exactly is a gem? How is it used, besides in jewelry? Gems are some of Earth's most precious resources, and some of them are millions--or even billions--of years in the making. In this instructive volume, readers learn about the incredible processes that take place under the surface of Earth to form different kinds of gems. Gorgeous photographs pair with the accessible text that covers both gem mining and lab-created gems. Sidebars and fact boxes add even more information that supports science classroom learning.

It takes millions of years to make coal Today, one-third of the world's electricity is created from burning coal. It is an important resource to understand as an energy source, even though its use can be controversial. This volume covers the processes that transform organic remains into coal, coal mines, and the carbon cycle. Readers learn about the pollution caused by burning of coal as well as about coal alternatives available today. The age-appropriate text presents a well-balanced look at this relevant subject, complemented by graphic organizers, photographs, sidebars, and fact boxes.

It takes millions of years to make coal Today, one-third of the world's electricity is created from burning coal. It is an important resource to understand as an energy source, even though its use can be controversial. This volume covers the processes that transform organic remains into coal, coal mines, and the carbon cycle. Readers learn about the pollution caused by burning of coal as well as about coal alternatives available today. The age-appropriate text presents a well-balanced look at this relevant subject, complemented by graphic organizers, photographs, sidebars, and fact boxes.

How can the smallest things on Earth have such a big impact? That's exactly what microbiologists study From viruses to mold, the tiny organisms that microbiologists focus on can help answer important, everyday questions like why someone is sick or how to bake a better loaf of bread. Including the schooling, training, and daily tasks of these incredible scientists, the main content also covers information readers encounter in the science classroom, such as how bacteria grow and methods for experiments.

How can the smallest things on Earth have such a big impact? That's exactly what microbiologists study From viruses to mold, the tiny organisms that microbiologists focus on can help answer important, everyday questions like why someone is sick or how to bake a better loaf of bread. Including the schooling, training, and daily tasks of these incredible scientists, the main content also covers information readers encounter in the science classroom, such as how bacteria grow and methods for experiments.

Marine biologists do more than swim with dolphins--though they may do that They study how marine life is changing with global warming, how plants in the ocean grow without much sunlight, and more. Since much of the bottom of the ocean has yet to be explored, marine biologists are likely to make some incredible discoveries This book dives into the career path one might take to become a marine biologist, including the education and experience one would need to succeed. Readers learn pertinent vocabulary terms as well as other key science concepts that have to do with this interesting and fulfilling science career.

Geneticists the study of all the traits and features that are passed from parents to children, from eye color to genetic disorders. They look for patterns and use them to decode and understand the world around us. These amazing scientists have helped farmers develop better seeds, produce new treatments for certain health conditions, and even create new dog breeds. In this book, readers discover the career path to becoming a geneticist, including the education and experience needed to succeed, as well as important discoveries made in the field. Sidebars and graphic organizers add more information and aid comprehension.

Computer scientists are hard at work writing programs to collect, store, protect, and analyze huge amounts of data. They may pioneer data security plans or be part of cutting-edge medical research. In this informative volume, readers are introduced to the incredibly diverse and in-demand career of computer scientists, including what education and experience is needed to succeed on this path. With plenty of STEM information as well as advice on how to get started as a young person, this book may be the first step toward a fulfilling career in computer science

Anthropology is the study of people--where we came from, how we lived long ago, and more. This book explores how anthropologists combine a study of history and science to build an interesting career full of discovery. Readers learn about physical and cultural anthropologists, how they differ, and how they're the same. Full-color photographs show scientists at work as well as important discoveries that have changed how we view the history of humanity. Sidebars and graphic organizers add more key science terms and concepts.

Anthropology is the study of people--where we came from, how we lived long ago, and more. This book explores how anthropologists combine a study of history and science to build an interesting career full of discovery. Readers learn about physical and cultural anthropologists, how they differ, and how they're the same. Full-color photographs show scientists at work as well as important discoveries that have changed how we view the history of humanity. Sidebars and graphic organizers add more key science terms and concepts.

What kinds of scientists need math, physics, chemistry, and biology knowledge that's out of this world? Aerospace engineers These incredible scientists are leading the way in learning more about outer space and help to build the technology we use to guide the people who travel into the cosmos. Some aerospace engineers end up becoming astronauts themselves This book explores the education and career path aerospace engineers take, showing readers what it takes to thrive in this science job. Full-color photographs of scientists at work complement the main text while sidebars add even more STEM information.

Millions upon millions of barrels of oil are used around the world every day. It is one of the most significant sources of energy in use today, though it can be a controversial one. This informative book covers the important processes of this fossil fuel, from its origins and formation to its extraction and refining, aided by full-color photographs that closely correlate with the text. Readers consider the controversies surrounding oil's use as well as learn of its surprising applications in history.

Steel is one of the most important building materials in use today. It's used to create skyscrapers, bridges, and many other large constructions. And what's a key part of steel creation? Iron ore, a natural resource In fact, about 98 percent of all mined iron ore is used in the production of steel. In this instructive volume, readers explore how iron ore forms, where it is found, and how it is made into steel. Full-color photographs and graphic organizers complement the main text. Sidebars and fact boxes add even more information.

What exactly is a gem? How is it used, besides in jewelry? Gems are some of Earth's most precious resources, and some of them are millions--or even billions--of years in the making. In this instructive volume, readers learn about the incredible processes that take place under the surface of Earth to form different kinds of gems. Gorgeous photographs pair with the accessible text that covers both gem mining and lab-created gems. Sidebars and fact boxes add even more information that supports science classroom learning.

Marine biologists do more than swim with dolphins--though they may do that They study how marine life is changing with global warming, how plants in the ocean grow without much sunlight, and more. Since much of the bottom of the ocean has yet to be explored, marine biologists are likely to make some incredible discoveries This book dives into the career path one might take to become a marine biologist, including the education and experience one would need to succeed. Readers learn pertinent vocabulary terms as well as other key science concepts that have to do with this interesting and fulfilling science career.

Geneticists the study of all the traits and features that are passed from parents to children, from eye color to genetic disorders. They look for patterns and use them to decode and understand the world around us. These amazing scientists have helped farmers develop better seeds, produce new treatments for certain health conditions, and even create new dog breeds. In this book, readers discover the career path to becoming a geneticist, including the education and experience needed to succeed, as well as important discoveries made in the field. Sidebars and graphic organizers add more information and aid comprehension.

Computer scientists are hard at work writing programs to collect, store, protect, and analyze huge amounts of data. They may pioneer data security plans or be part of cutting-edge medical research. In this informative volume, readers are introduced to the incredibly diverse and in-demand career of computer scientists, including what education and experience is needed to succeed on this path. With plenty of STEM information as well as advice on how to get started as a young person, this book may be the first step toward a fulfilling career in computer science

What kinds of scientists need math, physics, chemistry, and biology knowledge that's out of this world? Aerospace engineers These incredible scientists are leading the way in learning more about outer space and help to build the technology we use to guide the people who travel into the cosmos. Some aerospace engineers end up becoming astronauts themselves This book explores the education and career path aerospace engineers take, showing readers what it takes to thrive in this science job. Full-color photographs of scientists at work complement the main text while sidebars add even more STEM information.