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Oxford Dictionary of Scientific Quotations
Paperback,
13/07/2006,
£10.99
£9.89
The great ideas of science, from the first 'Eureka!' to the cloning of Dolly the sheep, can be found in this collection. A reference tool, it also presents the human face of science, as scientists talk about achievements and failures in their own lives, and in those of others.
Oxford Dictionary of Earth Sciences
Paperback,
20/03/2008,
£11.99
£10.79
The Dictionary of Earth Sciences covers geology and related areas including planetary science, volcanology, paleontology, and minerology. The new edition is thoroughly updated, with increased coverage of geomorphology and physical geography, and new recommended web links accessed via the Dictionary of Earth Sciences companion website.
Oxford Dictionary of Physics 8ed
Paperback,
04/04/2019,
£12.99
£11.69
Now with over 4,000 entries, 125 of which are new, the eighth edition of this popular dictionary has been fully updated to reflect progress in physics and related fields, with particular expansion to the areas of cosmology, astrophysics, and quantum technology.
Dictionary of Biology 8ed
Paperback,
02/05/2019,
£12.99
£11.69
This new eighth edition has been fully updated to reflect recent progress in the fields of biology, biophysics, and biochemistry. Now with over 5,600 entries, over 120 new to this edition, the dictionary sees wider coverage of such areas as ecology and plant and animal development, as well as updated appendices, web links, and diagrams.
Oxford Dictionary of Plant Sciences 4ed
Paperback,
04/04/2019,
£14.99
£13.49
This new fourth edition has been completely updated, with over 500 new entries increasing the coverage of botanical terms, key drugs derived from plants, and plant orders and families. Numerous appendices include new timelines and phylogenies, with vernacular plant names transferred to a fully cross-referenced appendix.
Oxford Dictionary of Geography 6ed
Paperback,
01/03/2022,
£12.99
£11.69
This bestselling dictionary contains over 3,000 entries on both physical and human geography and is an essential guide to students of all levels.
Dictionary of Geology
Paperback,
29/11/2001,
£9.99
£8.99
The science of geology is going through a remarkable period of expansion and advancement. This dictionary contains over 7500 full-updated definitions. It includes a full bibliography of up-to-date works covering all areas of geography.
Oxford Dictionary of Cosmology
Paperback,
09/04/2009,
£14.99
£13.49
The Oxford Companion to Cosmology includes over 350 in-depth entries, extensively cross-referenced, describing the modern view of cosmology, including both theoretical ideas and the various types of observational evidence. It is generously illustrated with diagrams and half tones throughout, and includes entry-level web links.
Oxford Dictionary of Zoology 4ed
Paperback,
06/02/2014,
£12.99
£11.69
The most up-to-date and authoritative dictionary of zoology available. It contains over 6,000 A-Z entries covering all aspects of the subject, from behavioural ecology and conservation biology to cytology and taxonomy. This is an essential source of reference for students and teachers of zoology as well as naturalists.
Oxford First Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling Dictionary
Paperback,
04/02/2016,
£9.99
£8.99
A must-have for children, parents and teachers preparing for the grammar, punctuation and spelling test at the end of KS1. With help from friendly bird characters, grammar is explained, punctuation is clear and spelling tips are revealed. Includes a dictionary of the curriculum words children need to know and fun ways to remember how to spell them.
Penguin dictionary of Physics
7,
06/08/2009,
£17.99
£16.19
Offers definitions for every area of physics - from optics and acoustics to mechanics and electronics, via quantum theory and relativity. Suitable for students, teachers, scientists, doctors, technicians and technologists, this title provides definitions of 4600 terms and concepts, with explanatory diagrams and an appendix of scientific tables.
Oxford Dictionary of Animal Behaviour
Paperback,
23/03/2006,
£12.99
£11.69
This fascinating dictionary covers all aspects of the study of animal behaviour. Concise, clear and wide-ranging, it is ideal for students, amateur naturalists, and anyone else with an interest in animal behaviour and psychology.
Oxford Dictionary of Weather 2ed
7,
14/08/2008,
£12.99
£11.69
A new edition of an authoritative dictionary containing almost 2000 weather, forecasting, and climate terms. With useful appendices, satellite images, black and white photos, and new feature entries, this is a fascinating and indispensable reference work for anyone studying, or with an interest in, weather.
Oxford Dictionary of Ecology 4ed
Paperback,
08/07/2010,
£12.99
£11.69
The fourth edition of the most comprehensive and authoritative dictionary of ecology available. Written in a clear, accessible style, it contains over 6,000 entries on all aspects of ecology and related environmental scientific disciplines, and is fully weblinked.
Oxford Dictionary of Astronomy 2ed
Paperback,
19/01/2012,
£12.99
£11.69
Completely revised and updated, this dictionary contains over 4,300 entries covering all aspects of astronomy. Written by an expert team of contributors under the editorship of Ian Ridpath, it is an accessible and invaluable reference for students, professionals, and space enthusiasts.
Oxford Dictionary of Environment and Conservation 2ed
Paperback,
10/01/2013,
£13.99
£12.59
This dictionary contains over 9,000 A to Z entries on scientific and social aspects of the environment. Thoroughly revised and updated, it covers the latest research and theories in this fast-moving field. This is a must-have for students of environment and conservation studies and ancillary subjects.
Oxford Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences 4ed
Paperback,
04/07/2013,
£12.99
£11.69
The Dictionary of Geology and Earth Sciences covers geology and related areas including planetary science, volcanology, palaeontology, and mineralogy. The new edition is thoroughly updated, with 150 new entries and numerous web links that are listed and regularly updated on a companion website.
Dictionary of Science 7ed
Paperback,
23/03/2017,
£12.99
£11.69
This bestselling dictionary contains more than 9,500 entries on all aspects of chemistry, physics, biology (including human biology), earth sciences, computer science, and astronomy. With clear and concise definitions and recommended web links for many entries, this A-Z is a reliable reference work for science students as well as non-scientists.
Penguin dictionary of Chemistry
Paperback,
28/08/2003,
£16.99
£15.29
This is a substantially revised edition of the "Penguin Dictionary of Chemistry", offering up-to-date coverage of chemical terms from all branches of the subject and designed specifically to meet the needs of school students.
Oxford Learner's Dictionary of Academic English: Helps Students Learn the Language They Need to Write Academic English, Whatever Their Chosen Subject
23/01/2014,
£43.16
£38.84
The Oxford Learner's Dictionary of Academic English helps students learn the words and phrases used in academic writing, and how to use them in their own academic written work. With Oxford Academic iWriter on CD-ROM.
Oxford Learner's Pocket Phrasal Verbs and Idioms
Paperback,
17/01/2013,
£17.10
£15.39
Learn phrasal verbs and idioms in context and know how and when to use them.
Oxford Learner's Pocket Verbs and Tenses
Paperback,
28/02/2013,
£17.10
£15.39
Understand verbs and tenses and how to use them.
Oxford Learner's Pocket Word Skills: Pocket-sized, Topic-based English Vocabulary
26/12/2012,
£19.10
£17.19
Presents over 3,500 words, phrases and expressions in context so students know how and when to use them.
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