McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science and Technology

For nearly four decades,the McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science & Technology has lead the world to the ever-expanding frontiers of science. Our seven previous editions are the most consulted,most respected,and best-reviewed science and technical references in the English language. And our new Eighth Edition will build on the strength of its predecessors,and become the science and technology reference of choice for thousands of libraries around the world.

Contains 7,100 entries, 1,600 new & revised entries, definition, overview, & concise explanation, etc.