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by Isaac Asimov

This collection features seventeen scientific essays exploring fundamental concepts in biology, chemistry, physics, and astronomy. Originally published between 1959 and 1962, the entries discuss topics ranging from planetary composition to atomic theory.

Accession 9184 ISBN 0380003562 Publisher Avon Books
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