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1) Helium
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"Provides a better understanding of the basics of chemistry as readers learn what helium is and how important it is in our daily lives." --
2) Aluminum
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Presents the properties of the element and its components while providing readers with resources to learn more about aluminum and how it is mined, recycled, and used in our society.
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"With elements all around, how can students-or even scientists-keep them straight? That's where the periodic table comes into play. Learn all about the way the table is organized, the different types of elements you can find on it, and more. It's key chemistry curriculum made approachable for all!"--
4) Sodium
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"From the table to the lab to our bodies, this interesting and informative book introduces young readers to the element sodium. Easy-to-understand explanations, colorful illustrations, and examples children can relate to make this a fun way to learn about one of Earth's most abundant elements. Historical information gives the subject context, while discussions of the common uses of sodium, such as in soap making and food preservation, keep it relevant."--...
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Is it science? shows the scientific method at work. Each volume in the series explores a branch of modern science or a major scientific milestone, comparing and contrasting it with an older idea that has been proved wrong or fails to meet the standards of science.
7) Oxygen
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"Oxygen is essential to life on Earth, but what is this tasteless, colorless, element? From how oxygen was discovered to how it supports life, this book answers all your questions about element we all depend on. Readers will learn about atoms, molecules, and how oxygen fits in the Periodic Table. Discussions of photosynthesis, combustion, and oxygen compounds explore the role of oxygen in our world. Interesting and accessible explanations of chemistry...
9) Iron
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"Iron is the most common metal found on earth. Not often found in its pure form, it is fashioned into things that are used every day. Iron forms part of the earth's core and is even added to breakfast cereal! From its early uses by the ancient Egyptians to modern times, this volume breaks down the complex facts of iron into an easy to understand story. Also explained is iron's place on the periodic table and how to locate it on the table."--
10) Hydrogen
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"Hydrogen is the most widespread element and one of the building blocks of life. First appearing when the Big Bang created the universe, hydrogen is now part of human technologies that could change the future. People have used liquid hydrogen to send astronauts into space and hydrogen gas to drive families to the store. In this informative text, we'll explore the first element in the periodic table, looking at its properties and finding its hiding...
11) Silver
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"Silver has always been a precious metal, used in photography, dentistry, currency, knives, forks, and spoons (better known as, yes, silverware!). Silver is used in x-rays, mirrors, and even medical bandages. In this book, we'll explore how silver was first discovered and used, and how it forms into compounds and alloys. Readers will discover where silver fits in the Periodic Table, and how silver plays a part in modern day electronics from cell phones...
12) Nitrogen
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"Take a deep breath. You're breathing in nitrogen! This element makes up 78% of the air around us. While nitrogen by itself is incredibly stable, nitrogen compounds have a tendency to explode! Dynamite contains nitrogen, and so do air bags, which use a small explosion to fill up and keep us safe in a car crash. In this informative text, we'll explore this important element, seeing how nitrogen cycles through the environment and even makes up part...
13) Nickel
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"When you think of nickel, a 5-cent coin probably comes to mind. But nickel is used for so much more than manufacturing coins. Nickel and nickel-containing alloys are very important in our society. Nickel is used in the construction, transportation, power, high-tech and many other industries. This book tells the fascinating story of how nickel was discovered, how ore containing nickel is mined and extracted, the properties that make nickel so useful,...
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"In chemistry, compounds are made whenever two or more different elements come together. You use compounds every day, probably without realizing it. If you're baking a cake, you're using compounds. If you're swimming, you're using compounds. When you breathe, you're actually making compounds, because you inhale oxygen, and exhale carbon dioxide. What other compounds are there? In this book, elementary readers will explore all four kinds of compounds...
15) Elements at work
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From balloons to pennies to water, science is at work all around us! Elements at Work introduces young readers to a physical science concept. A high-impact design and engaging visuals help bring this important concept to life as readers learn all about elements in the real world. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...
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