Everything that exists is made of chemicals. From plants and animals to rocks and water, Everyday Chemicals come in many forms - they can be solids, liquids or gases, acids and alkalis, solutions or mixtures. Find out what chemicals are, how chemical reactions take place and even learn how to make your own chemical indicator.
Forces in Action explores the science behind the natural and man-made forces that are all around us. Discover why objects fall to the ground, how simple mechanisms - pulleys, gears and levers - create forces and how forces help us in our daily lives.
Electricity & Magnetism explores the relationship between electricity and magnetism and how they operate within the modern world. Learn about the many different ways of generating electrical power, its uses, the basic components of an electrical circuit and how magnets repel or attract magnetic and non-magnetic materials.
Structures and Materials compares everyday materials and their fascinating properties. Discover how liquids change into gases and solids to liquids through practical experiments and informative diagrams.
Lights & Lasers takes a unique look into light sources and explores the fascinating ways we use them. Discover how light enables us to see, how shadows and reflections are created and how light travels. This book includes engaging practical experiments and informative diagrams to encourage scientific understanding and further debate.
'Solar System' studies the origins of our solar system, the sun, the inner planets, the giant planets, the outer planets, moons, forces, visitors and further fascinating information. This title is part of the 'Science World' series which introduces the first principles of science to children.