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Offers a clear, commonsense explanation of what reading is and how it works; includes interactive exercises designed to help students improve their linguistic and reading skills.

Describes how forensic scientists examine evidence in order to help solve crimes, including how a pathologist can find evidence on a corpse, how fingerprints are used to find suspects, and how DNA works.

Examines the nature, effects, and dangers of use and abuse of Valium and related anti-anxiety drugs.

An introduction to sedimentary rock, explaining what it is and how it forms, looking at the different landforms created by sedimentary rock, examining the properties of sedimentary rock, and discussing its usefulness to people. Includes diagrams and resources for further study.

An introduction to igneous rock, explaining what it is and how it forms, identifying the properties of igneous rock, looking at the landforms created by igneous rock, and discussing its usefulness to people. Includes diagrams and resources for further study.

Examines the science of blood and DNA analysis in the crime-solving work of forensic scientists, and includes a related experiment.

Examines how forensic scientists gather and use DNA and body evidence to investigate crimes and presents related case studies as well as key facts.

Paul J. Lioy, an American environmental scientist, discusses the dust that was released from the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001, describing his scientific findings and the environmental impact of the dust, the government focus on asbestos, and suggestions to prepare for future incidents.

Provides an opportunity to learn more aboutfood and the field of food science. Includes experiments that will help discover the science of many of the foods you eat every day.