Deschermeier, Charlotte

An introduction to the periodic table, covering it's organization, the information it contains, how it is used, and how elements combine to form other elements.

Describes what atoms are, what they look like, and how chemical reactions happen.

Provides an introduction to atoms and their function in the physical world.

An introduction to the periodic table, covering it's organization, the information it contains, how it is used, and how elements combine to form other elements.

If liquids, solids, and gases are all matter, why are these states of matter so different from one another? Set forth in simple language, this volume explains how matter is formed, how it can change states, and how its states are unique. It will leave students with a better understanding of the physical science involved in their own daily lives.

Why do anchors sink but corks float? Is it magic? No! It s physical science! By combining clear overviews with enlightening photography and diagrams, this volume will ensure that students understand the basic properties and variability of solid matter.

Have you ever seen an insect walk on water? How can it do that? Because of the special property exclusive to liquids called surface tension. Readers will solve this and a number of other mysteries surrounding this state of matter as they learn about its various properties. Colorful diagrams and photographs help readers grasp physical science concepts.

Though one of the three most common states of matter on Earth, gases, as they are most often invisible, can be tough for young students to conceptualize. This book offers clarity in the form of straightforward diagrams and easy-to-understand text. Readers will comprehend such physical science concepts as evaporation, condensation, compressibility, fluidity, and volume with ease.