This book is part of a series that traces the story of science from earliest times, through the pioneers, their landmark experiments and the ensuing dramatic breakthroughs and discoveries, presented in an accessible and visual way. This book on matter records past achievements and clarifies the latest theories, with text that explains how and why science affects our everyday life and 3-D models and actual reconstructions to explain the concepts raised. Notes to parents and teachers are included.

Includes index.

"A Dorling Kindersley book".

"In association with The Science Museum, London" - Cover.