Reactions: An Illustrated Exploration of Elements, Molecules, and Change in the Universe

This engaging resource for grades 9-12 focuses on chemical reactions, with topics ranging from biochemistry to weathering, atomic structure, magic, space travel, and cooking. The text is readable with clear explanations, plentiful examples, and colourful pictures that depict actual reactions, experiments, molecules, elements, and equipment. Written from a perspective of passion, enjoyment, the awe of science and the wonder of nature, it can help increase student understanding of science. Useful to supplement curricular concepts, extend or apply content, teach the scientific method, or as a student research tool.