The Five Biggest Ideas In Science is a great summary of intricate scientific theories. Cartoons, diagrams and humor help explain in lay terms what makes the five theories BIG to scientists and how the scientific method works. Lively discussions and relevant examples clearly define the topics for readers. Contributions of scientists that led to the current theories also give important historical information. Idea folders associated with each chapter lead readers in search of more information.
This is a must read for anyone interested in how science works. This book examines the five biggest of those ideas. They are:
- The physicist's model of the atom.
- The periodic table of the elements.
- The big bang theory.
- The geological theory of plate tectonics.
- The biological theory of evolution.