The Penguin Desk Encyclopedia of Science and Mathematics

The Penguin Desk Encyclopedia of Science and Mathematics has thousands of entries that go beyond simply defining concepts or identifying the components of our natural world. It includes:

* Detailed drawings throughout
* Tables that provide succinct and complete data
* An exhaustive index to help locate information tied to the main entries
* Cross-references to aid in finding all the information about a particular topic

This is a book that will help readers and students straighten out the meaning of science and mathematics in relation not only to our planet, but also to the universe.