Magnets and Electromagnetism (Physical Science in Depth) - Softcover

Imbimbo, Tony; Smuskiewicz, Alfred J.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0431081166 ISBN 13: 9780431081168

Publisher: Raintree, 2008

Synopsis

How does magnetism help birds find their way home? How do magnets help power your computer? What distant objects have the strongest magnetic fields in the universe? This title looks at the fascinating properties of objects that repel and attract one another. The book explores the magnetic universe and how the magnetic nature of our planet gives clues about its past. It also examines electromagnetism, the special force that helps power most of the machines we use each day.

About this title

Product Description

Offers coverage of the Physical Science curriculum. This series emphasizes the key features of Science teaching, including scientific enquiry, use of ideas and evidence, and planning, evaluation and investigative skills. It includes photographs and artwork to explain difficult concepts, with sample experiments and data to illustrate best practice.

Synopsis

This series provides in-depth coverage of the Physical Science curriculum in an easy to understand format, proving to be an invaluable companion and support for school textbooks.It stresses the key features of Science teaching at this level, including scientific enquiry, use of ideas and evidence, and planning, evaluation and investigative skills. It is packed full of photographs and clear artwork to explain difficult concepts, with sample experiments and data to illustrate best practice. Case studies of key experiments and discoveries in the History of Science highlight the importance of inquiry and investigation.

Edition details

• Publisher: Raintree
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0431081166
• ISBN 13: 9780431081168
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64