Bibliograph

The science of stars, exploring matter, Karen Latchana Kenney

Type

Label

The science of stars, exploring matter, Karen Latchana Kenney

Language

eng

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The science of stars

Oclc number

915056957

Responsibility statement

Karen Latchana Kenney

Series statement

Science in action

Sub title

exploring matter

Summary

"In this engaging title, young readers learn about the different states of matter! Atoms and molecules are explained, as are elements and the periodic table. The three main states of matter solid, liquid, gas are covered, as are the properties of each and the role of energy in their changing from one form to another. These properties are illustrated by the birth and collapse of stars. The rare states of matter plasma and Bose-Einstein condensate are introduced. Colorful infographics make measuring matter, the parts of an atom, the movement of atoms and the layers of Earth's atmosphere easily accessible, and prominent contributors such as Satyendra Nath Bose and Albert Einstein are featured. A fun experiment with gas brings the science of matter to life!"--Publisher's website

Table Of Contents

A new star -- What is matter? -- Small matter -- Combining elements -- Solids, gases, and liquids -- Chaotic gases -- Flowing liquids -- The extreme states -- Conservation of matter -- Changing states -- Moving gases

Target audience

juvenile

Classification