Calcium (Elements)

Farndon, John

4.33

6 ratings by Goodreads

ISBN 10: 0761408886 ISBN 13: 9780761408888

Publisher: Cavendish Square, 2000

Every single thing and person consists of elements, and this informative series will help young readers understand just how important the elements are and what role they play in the science of chemistry. Enhanced by easy-to-follow diagrams and full-color illustrations, the text explains how elements behave, their individual characteristics and their importance in everyday life. In addition to informative "fact boxes, " each volume also contains "Did You Know" features which explore topics such as why carbon makes soft drinks fizz. A wonderfully balanced combination of color photographs, paintings and drawings enhance the text and assist in learning about each element.

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From School Library Journal:

Grade 5-8-These attractive and readable series entries present the basics on their respective subjects. Each volume includes sections on the element's atomic structure; where and how it occurs in nature; its reactions, isotopes, and compounds; its uses and practical applications; and information on the phenomena in which it plays a part. For example, Calcium covers building materials and the element's role in the body while Hydrogen has sections on power and water. Each volume also includes the periodic table. Numerous sidebars give facts and trivia about the elements, scientists, and related historical events (e.g., the Hindenburg disaster). Good, clear diagrams help explain the concepts covered in the texts, and full-color and black-and-white illustrations are generally interesting and informative. These titles are somewhat simpler than those in the "Elements" series (Grolier), but are comparable in appearance and appeal.
Jeffrey A. French, Euclid Public Library, OH
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Review:

"Books in the Elements series provide succinct, readable introductions to chemical elements, with diagrams, photographs, or reproductions of period prints." -- Booklist, March 1, 2000

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