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      Are We Unique?: A Scientist Explores the Unparalleled Intelligence of the Human Mind

      James S. Trefil

      A survey of intelligence science is presented in this book. Examining findings about animal intelligence and the controversy over the feasibility of human computers, the author argues for human uniqueness…

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      Why Science?

      James S. Trefil

      Explains why US citizens need to be scientifically literate and, therefore, why our schools must teach the fundamental principles of scientific literacy to students. This book tackles the topics of…

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      101 Things You Don’t Know about Science and No One Else Does Either

      James S Trefil

      James Trefil takes the reader on a thrilling tour across the borders of current scientific knowledge-from astronomy to genetics, from information technology to cosmology, the great contested questions that preoccupy…

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      Physics Matters

      James S. Trefil

      From amusement park rides to critical environmental issues such as energy generation-physics affects almost every aspect of our world. In PHYSICS MATTERS, James Trefil and Robert Hazen examine the fundamental…

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      A Scientist in the City

      James S. Trefil

      Explores the ways in which science affects urban life, examines how the environment is shaped by human understanding of the world, and describes how developing technologies will shape the future…

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      101 Things You Don’t Know about Science and No One Else Does Either

      James Trefil

      James Trefil takes the reader on a thrilling tour across the borders of current scientific knowledge-from astronomy to genetics, from information technology to cosmology, the great contested questions that preoccupy…

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      The Sciences: An Integrated Approach

      James S. Trefil,Robert M. Hazen

      The Sciences: An Integrated Approach, 3e is the only text on the market for the integrated science course. It integrates physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences and biology for students with…

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      Physics Matters: An Introduction to Conceptual Physics

      James S. Trefil,Robert M. Hazen

      Examines the fundamental physics principles at work behind the many practical applications that fuel our society and individual lives. This book aims to promote a deeper understanding of how the…

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      The Sciences: An Integrated Approach

      James S. Trefil,Robert M. Hazen

      Integrates concepts from physics, chemistry, astronomy, earth sciences, and biology to help anyone become science literate. This book acts as a guide to understanding the headlines, controversies, and scientific developments.

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      Physics Matters

      James S. Trefil,Robert M. Hazen

      Conveys the principles of physics in a manner that is understandable to non-majors. This book pays particular attention to the relevance of physics in comprehending the modern technological society and…

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      Cultural Literacy

      E. D Hirsch,Joseph F. Kett,James S. Trefil

      Argues that American children are deprived of cultural literacy.

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