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After teaching science for more than 15 years, both overseas and in the U.S., Laurie E. Westphal now works as an independent gifted education and science consultant. She enjoys developing and presenting staff development on differentiation for various districts and conferences, working with teachers to assist them in planning and developing lessons to meet the needs of their advanced students.

Introduction Visual Definitions by Topic Scientific Equipment The Scientific Process Measurements and Units Life Sciences Physical Sciences Earth Sciences Space Sciences Quick Reference Guides Using Lab Equipment The Scientific Method Common Lab Safety Rules Collecting and Recording Data Graphing Data Atoms Genetics Solubility Curves Formulas Tables and Charts References Index About the Author