Dictionary of Scientific Literacy Author:Richard P. Brennan Featuring Richard Brennan's appealing prose style and critically acclaimed talent for explaining difficult concepts, this handy, quick reference is an item-by-item dictionary of essential vocabulary and core knowledge in science and technology. From Algorithm to Zero gravity, the Dictionary defines over 650 terms. So as to avoid confusion and to... more » make sure that you get the most out of every definition, it has been thoroughly cross-referenced. And all the topics covered have been carefully selected to conform with the American Association for the Advancement of Science's recommendations for scientific literacy.« less