Through an up-close view under a microscope, this book examines parasites, discussing what they are, where they can be found, and their functions to different ecosystems.
Through an up-close view under a microscope, this book examines fungi, discussing what they are, where they can be found, the good and bad kinds, and what they can be used for.
Through an up-close view under a microscope, this book examines viruses, discussing what they look like, how they affect us, how viruses multiply and what sicknesses they cause.
Explains what viruses are and why they make people ill. Details efforts to study viruses' structure in order to develop vaccines against them. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and additional reading sources.
Contains close-up photographs of various varieties of insects, describing their characteristics and where they live. Profiles insects that are helpful and harmful to humans and includes a glossary and additional reading sources.
Describes how minerals are formed and outlines their physical properties. Features close-up images of various minerals as seen through a microscope. Includes a glossary and further reading sources.
Explains the purposes of cells and discusses how they function and work together to allow multi-celled creatures survive. Reveals how we view and study cells and includes color photographs, a glossary, and additional reading sources.
Describes the characteristics of bacteria and discusses where they are found. Examines bacteria that are both helpful and harmful to humans and explains how we can combat those which make us sick. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and additional reading sources.
