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The Encyclopedia of Earth view detail comment email this

This online encyclopedia has the goal of providing one authoritative information source about the Earth, its environment, the creatures that live on it, and how people interact with and respond to all of the above. Articles are edited and maintained by experts in their respective fields, and they cover a diverse range of topics, usually related to ecological or environmental concerns. Maintained by the Environmental Information Coalition, a group of scientists and educators.
http://www.eoearth.org/
Topics: Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Science

Last updated Apr 21, 2009


Eric Weisstein's World of Science view detail comment email this

Includes extensive encyclopedias of astronomy, chemistry, mathematics, physics, and scientific biography. Entries include definitions, diagrams, formulas, cross-references, and related resources. Searchable, and browsable alphabetically or by topic. Also has a "random entry" feature. The author is a scientist with advanced degrees in physics and planetary science.
http://scienceworld.wolfram.com/
Topics: Notable People, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Ready Reference & Quick Facts, Science, Science

Last updated Jun 24, 2003




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