Atoms and Elements

This text is part of a series building into an extensive library of knowledge for tomorrow's young scientists. Lively and accessible, each of the 10 volumes focuses on a major area of scientific knowledge and draws the reader into the dynamic world of the modern scientist. Covering up-to-date discoveries, events and ideas, the expert authors aim to capture the excitement of science while giving full coverage of the physical, chemical and biological sciences. All text is checked by specialist consultants.