A Quantum of Australian Science

Allen & Unwin, St Leonards, NSW, 1993. 1st Edition. Soft cover. Very Good. 1st Printing. 184 pages. This book is in very good or better condition and an excellent copy. Ex-library book with some markings etc. It has no tears to the pages and no pages are missing from the book. The spine of the book is still in tight, straight condition. Items are shipped same day or next business day and are shipped directly from our Australian address. SYNOPSIS: "A Quantum of Australian Science" brings together over 60 stories of scientific achievement and the work of Australian researchers. Each one is drawn from the award-winning ABC programme, "Quantum". First screened in 1985 and now in its eighth series, "Quantum" provides coverage of Australian science in action. Using subjects and people discussed in the programme, this book investigates further the fundamentals of science, plant science, technology and medical research in a wide social context. Research in Australia reaches into all fields of scientific endeavour. "A Quantum of Australian Science" offers views of a range of scientific investigation - including stories about dinosaur and fossil discoveries; natural science; the birth of the bandicoot; the bionic heartbeat and digital dentistry; astronomy; and underground radio. Quantity Available: 1. Category: General, General; ISBN: 1863732934. ISBN/EAN: 9781863732932. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 0001337. . 9781863732932