National Geographic answers all the questions about how things work--the
science, technology, biology, chemistry, physics, and mechanics--in an
indispensible book that reveals the science behind virtually everything. How
does the voice of a distant radio announcer make it through your alarm clock in
the morning? How does your gas stove work? How does the remote control open your
garage door? What happens when you turn the key in the ignition? What do
antibiotics really do? Divided into four big realms--Mechanics, Natural Forces,
Materials & Chemistry, Biology & Medicine--The Science of Everything takes
readers on a fascinating tour, using plain talk, colorful photography,
instructive diagrams, and everyday examples to