The Gale Encyclopedia of Science (GES) is devoted to providing younger students and general readers with a foundation upon which to build an understanding of modern science.
Although as expansive and inclusive as size allows, any encyclopedia devoted to science can only hope to wade a bit along the shore of a vast ocean of knowledge. For that reason, GES topics are carefully selected to present fundamental information in key areas across the science curriculum and to provide essential information for topics related to current events and issues. For example, the entries in this book were also specifically chosen to reflect the diversity of environmental issues facing present and future generations.
GES entries are designed to instruct, challenge, and excite less-experienced students, while providing a solid foundation and reference for students preparing for more specialized studies in science. The articles in GES are meant to be understandable by anyone with a curiosity about science or scientific thought, or an area of science in which they may not have a depth of knowledge.