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Science
ABAG
Earthquake Maps and Information
Earthquake preparedness information from the Association
of Bay Area Governments.
Biology
Online
Featuring a biology dictionary and tutorials on topics like
cell biology and adaptation.
Discover
Magazine
Articles from the magazine, plus science news and links
to recommended Web sites.
Endangered
Species
Information about endangered species worldwide, including
introductory material, species lists, and a list of extinct
species.
Environmental
Organizations Online - World Directory
Directory of national and international organizations active
in protecting the earth's resources. Includes governmental
and nongovernmental organizations and programs.
Food
and Nutrition Information Center
U.S. Federal Government guide to nutrition publications
available over the Web, covering subjects ranging from adolescence
to weight control.
How
Stuff Works
Helpful tutorials on the workings of hundreds of machines
and technologies, from CD burners to turbochargers.
Math
Forum
Resources by subject for teachers and students of all grade
levels, plus discussion groups and "Ask Dr. Math."
NASA
Gateway to resources provided by the National Aeronautics
and Space Administration, including news, mission information,
photos, and sections for kids and students.
National
Science Digital Library
Comprehensive online source for science, technology, engineering
and mathematics education funded by the National Science
Foundation.
National
Weather Service
Featuring current weather warnings and current radar and
satellite images for the United States.
New
York Times: Science
The latest science article from The New York Times;
may require free registration.
PhysLink
Excellent resource for physics and astronomy news, reference
materials, directories, and discussion boards.
Recent
Earthquakes in the Bay Area
Individual earthquakes are shown on a map and in a list
lower down on the page. Presented by the U.S. Geological
Survey.
Science
Resource Center (In-Library use only)
Science
Resource Center (Access from home or work;
Belvedere & Tiburon residents only)
A one-stop resource for all science-related research needs.
SRC's focus is on topics and concepts taught in school classrooms.
Science.gov
Gateway to information produced by U.S. government science
agencies. Includes selected Web sites and searchable databases
of technical reports, conference proceedings, journal articles,
and other material.
Scientific
American
Daily science news plus a selection of articles from Scientific
American magazine and an "Ask the Experts"
area.
USGS
Earthquake Hazards Program
Tracking worldwide earthquake activity. Presented by the
U.S. Geological Survey.
Views
of the Solar System
Illustrated tour of the solar system, with information on
the Sun and all of the planets.
VolcanoWorld
Current information on volcanoes all over the world and
even on other worlds. Excellent photos and links to volcano
videos.
WebElements
Periodic Table
An interactive periodic table with detailed information
on every element.
WorldWideScience.org
A global science gateway to national and international
science databases and portals.
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