chemists

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Marie Curie

2020
A biography of chemist Marie Curie, covering her early life, the obstacles she faced, and her impact on the world.

Chemists at work

2018
"This . . . book will introduce young people to the . . . world of biologists and the interesting work that they do. Readers will learn about the details of their daily work, including the tools and instruments they use. They will also learn about what kind of schooling is necessary for the job. The book goes into detail about the major branches of the field, giving readers a firm understanding of who biologists are and what they do to change the world"--Provided by publisher.

Mario y el agujero en el cielo

c?mo un qu?mico salv? nuestro planeta
2019
A picture book that describes how Mexican American chemist Mario J. Molina discovered that CFCs, a chemical used in spray cans, was destroying Earth's protective ozone layer.

Marie Curie

a life of discovery
2019
In graphic novel format looks at the life of Polish-French physicist and chemist Marie Curie.

Marie Curie

Looks at the life of French physicist and chemist Marie Curie.

Mario and the hole in the sky

how a chemist saved our planet
A picture book that describes how Mexican American chemist Mario J. Molina discovered that CFCs, a chemical used in spray cans, was destroying Earth's protective ozone layer.
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Marie Curie

Tells the life story of groundbreaking scientist Marie Curie in simple text and pictures.
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The Biographical dictionary of scientists

Discusss the lives, work, and achievements of the people who have made outstanding contributions to chemistry.
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Marie Curie

2018
Examines the life of nuclear physicist Marie Curie in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills.
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The poison squad

one chemist's single-minded crusade for food safety at the turn of the twentieth century
Dr. Harvey Washington Wiley set out to ensure food safety. He selected food tasters to test various food additives and preservatives, letting them know that the substances could be harmful or deadly. The tasters were recognized for their courage, and became known as the poison squad.
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