Most of what scientists know about light they have figured out by observing the properties of light. Those properties, along with the fascinating effects and modern uses of light are discussed in this book. Full-color photographs and diagrams help readers understand this topic.
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Michael Grant is the author or coauthor of 150 books, including Front Lines and the critically acclaimed, New York Times bestselling Gone series. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area.
"These series titles provide overviews of their respective subjects. The appealing layout includes large fonts, many color photographs, and simple diagrams."
-- School Library Journal ( September 2002) (School Library Journal 20020901)
"This series explores the concepts of the title of each volume by defining and explaining what they are and how they work. Colored photos on nearly every page make the series visually attractive while they add to the understanding of the text. Appealing illustrations and text will interest young readers with information suitable for reports. Recommended."
-- Library Talk (May-June 2002) (Library Talk 20020601)
"The material presented is well researched and complete. The definitions are clear and often include the historical context of the discovery...The chapters are logically organized with definitions, light processes, optics, phenomena (sunsets and blue skies), and types of light."
--Science Books & Films (October 2004) (Science Books & Films 20041001)
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