Science and technology is a part of our past, present and future. It makes up everything we do and everything we are.Split into ten thematic chapters, The Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia explores key scientific fields including space and time, technology, power, the human body and the environment. Fully updated to include the latest groundbreaking discoveries in the world of science, including SpaceX launches, the current fight against climate change and the advancement of AI. This new and revised fourth edition details the very latest facts and data with clear text and more than 1000 photos and illustrations to inform and amaze. A vital go-to source for curious minds for children aged 7 up and all the family.Kingfisher's encyclopedias are award-winning, information-packed reference books for all the family, saving hours of unguided internet trawling. The new, updated editions are beautiful versions of these trusted favorites-perfect for gifts and reference alike. If you want one science encyclopedia, this is it!